Description

[1,1'-Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Ferrocene]Dichlorocobalt(II) is a highly versatile organometallic complex featuring a ferrocene backbone with two diphenylphosphine ligands coordinated to a cobalt(II) center. This compound matters as a sophisticated catalyst and ligand precursor, valued for its unique redox-active and steric properties that enable challenging chemical transformations. It is primarily needed by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis, cross-coupling reactions, and polymerization catalysis.

Application

• As a precursor for homogeneous catalysis in asymmetric hydrogenation and hydrosilylation reactions.
• As a ligand in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) for C-C bond formation.
• In the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials via coordination polymerization.
• For academic and industrial R&D in organometallic chemistry and catalyst design.
• As a redox-active component in electrochemical applications and sensor development.
• In pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis where precise stereochemical control is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1,1'-Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Ferrocene]Dichlorocobalt(II)
CAS No.	67292-36-8
Molecular Formula	C34H28Cl2CoFeP2
Molecular Weight	677.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene cobalt(II) dichloride; Cobalt, dichloro[1,1'-bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene]-; Dichloro(1,1'-bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene)cobalt(II); dppfCoCl2; (dppf)CoCl2; Ferrocenediylbis(diphenylphosphine)cobalt dichloride; Cobalt dichloride-dppf complex
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Quality Control

Our [1,1'-Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Ferrocene]Dichlorocobalt(II) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, elemental analysis, and HPLC, to verify identity and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive and easily oxidized; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Cobalt (Co) Content	8.5 - 9.0 %
Chloride (Cl) Content	10.0 - 10.8 %
Solubility	Soluble in dichloromethane, toluene; sparingly soluble in hexanes

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.