Description

Uranium, Bis[(Eta8-1,3,5,7-Cyclooctatetraenyl)Trimethylsilane]- CAS NO 68868-62-2 is a highly specialized organouranium complex, specifically a bis(cyclooctatetraenyl) uranium(IV) derivative stabilized by trimethylsilane groups. This compound matters as a critical precursor and catalyst in advanced organometallic chemistry and materials science research, offering unique reactivity due to its uranium center sandwiched between organic ligands. It is primarily needed by researchers and developers in the fields of organometallic synthesis, nuclear fuel cycle chemistry, and the development of novel magnetic or electronic materials.

Application

• Precursor for Advanced Organometallic Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel uranium complexes with tailored properties.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic transformations and small molecule activation.
• Nuclear Fuel Cycle Studies: Used in fundamental research related to the separation, complexation, and behavior of actinides.
• Materials Science: Exploration of its use in the development of single-molecule magnets or other molecular electronic devices.
• Spectroscopic Standards: Acts as a reference compound in NMR, UV-Vis, and other spectroscopic studies of f-element chemistry.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Fundamental research tool in universities and national laboratories studying f-block element bonding and reactivity.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Uranium, Bis[(Eta8-1,3,5,7-Cyclooctatetraenyl)Trimethylsilane]-
CAS No.	68868-62-2
Molecular Formula	C22H30Si2U
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Bis(η8-cyclooctatetraenyl)bis(trimethylsilyl)uranium; Uranocene derivative, trimethylsilyl-substituted; 1,1'-(Trimethylsilyl)uranocene; Bis(trimethylsilylcyclooctatetraenyl)uranium(IV); U(COT-TMS)2; Organouranium complex 68868-62-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch is characterized to confirm identity and purity, with a focus on parameters critical for research reproducibility. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing spectroscopic and analytical data are available upon request. We adhere to strict handling protocols to maintain the integrity of this sensitive organometallic compound.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. For long-term stability, storage at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C is recommended. Handle and open containers only in a controlled, moisture-free environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Contact for details
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC / Elemental Analysis)	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., Toluene, THF)

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