Description

Iron, Dibromobis(Tetrahydrofuran)- CAS NO 70317-91-8 is a highly reactive organometallic compound, specifically an iron(II) bromide complex stabilized by tetrahydrofuran (THF) ligands. This compound serves as a versatile and efficient catalyst and reagent in advanced synthetic organic chemistry, enabling critical bond-forming reactions. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel molecules and optimize synthetic routes.

Application

• Cross-Coupling Catalyst: Employed as a catalyst in iron-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Kumada, Negishi, and Suzuki-Miyaura couplings, for the formation of carbon-carbon bonds.
• Grignard-Type Reagent: Acts as a source of nucleophilic iron for addition reactions to carbonyl compounds and other electrophiles.
• Polymerization Initiator: Used in the controlled polymerization of specific monomers, including styrene and dienes, for the synthesis of specialty polymers.
• Reductive Agent: Facilitates selective reduction reactions in complex molecule synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex chiral molecules.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel magnetic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron, Dibromobis(Tetrahydrofuran)- CAS NO 70317-91-8
CAS No.	70317-91-8
Molecular Formula	C₈H₁₆Br₂FeO₂
Molecular Weight	375.87 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibromobis(tetrahydrofuran)iron(II); Iron(II) bromide tetrahydrofuran complex; Iron dibromide THF adduct; FeBr2(THF)2; Tetrahydrofuran iron(II) bromide complex; Iron dibromide bis(tetrahydrofuran); Ferrous bromide tetrahydrofuran adduct
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Quality Control

Our Iron, Dibromobis(Tetrahydrofuran)- CAS NO 70317-91-8 is manufactured under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Due to its moisture-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, the container should be flushed with inert gas after each use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to dark brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (FeBr2 basis)	≥ 95.0%
Solubility (THF)	Clear, brown solution

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