Description

Bis(Eta8-Cyclobutenooctatetraene) Uranium CAS NO 70377-87-6 is a highly specialized organouranium complex featuring unique sandwich-like coordination between a uranium center and two cyclobutenooctatetraene ligands. This compound is of significant interest in advanced materials science and fundamental inorganic chemistry research due to its distinct electronic structure and bonding characteristics. It serves as a critical precursor and model compound for researchers and developers working on novel catalytic systems, molecular magnets, and the synthesis of other f-element organometallics.

Application

• Advanced Catalysis Research: Investigated as a potential catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Molecular Magnetism Studies: Serves as a model system for studying magnetic interactions and single-molecule magnet behavior in actinide complexes.
• Fundamental Bonding Analysis: Used in academic and industrial R&D to explore the nature of metal-ligand bonding, particularly in f-block elements.
• Precursor for Materials Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of other uranium-containing complexes and nanomaterials.
• Spectroscopic Standards: Employed as a reference compound in advanced spectroscopic techniques (e.g., X-ray absorption, NMR) for uranium analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Eta8-Cyclobutenooctatetraene) Uranium
CAS No.	70377-87-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆U
Molecular Weight	446.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(η⁸-cyclobutenooctatetraene)uranium; Uranium, bis(η⁸-cyclobutenooctatetraene)-; Uranocene derivative; Bis(cyclobutenooctatetraene)uranium; Organouranium complex; Uranium(IV) bis(cyclobutenooctatetraene); C16H16U
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including NMR spectroscopy, elemental analysis, and X-ray crystallography where applicable. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your research protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and decomposition. Keep the container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark crystalline solid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (Elemental Analysis)	≥ 95%
Uranium Content	Calculated from formula
Solubility	Soluble in aromatic hydrocarbons, THF

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