Description

Dicarbonylcyclopentadienyl(Dimethylsulfoniummethylide)Iron is an organometallic compound featuring a unique iron center coordinated to a cyclopentadienyl ligand, carbonyl groups, and a dimethylsulfonium ylide. This complex is valued for its role as a versatile precursor and catalyst in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for specialized synthesis and catalysis applications.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for generating active iron-based catalysts used in cross-coupling and carbonylation reactions.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in constructing carbon-carbon bonds under mild conditions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specialized organometallic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of novel organometallic polymers and advanced materials with unique electronic properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a building block for the preparation of novel chiral or functionalized ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development in organometallic and synthetic chemistry laboratories worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dicarbonylcyclopentadienyl(Dimethylsulfoniummethylide)Iron
CAS No.	72120-26-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₂FeO₂S
Molecular Weight	252.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Iron, dicarbonyl(η5-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)[(dimethylsulfonio)methyl]-, (SP-5-21)-; Dicarbonyl(cyclopentadienyl)[(dimethylsulfonio)methyl]iron; (Cyclopentadienyl)dicarbonyl(dimethylsulfoniummethylide)iron; CpFe(CO)2(CH2S+(CH3)2); Dimethylsulfonium (cyclopentadienyldicarbonylferrato)methylde
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Quality Control

Our Dicarbonylcyclopentadienyl(Dimethylsulfoniummethylide)Iron is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including NMR, IR spectroscopy, and elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and relevant specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled in a dry environment. Keep the container sealed in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to brown solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., DCM, THF)

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