Description

Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Cobalt CAS NO 78206-33-4 is an organometallic compound featuring a cobalt atom sandwiched between two cyclopentadienyl rings. This compound is a versatile precursor and catalyst in advanced materials synthesis and organic transformations. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of catalysis, materials science, and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) for creating thin films and specialized coatings.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts used in hydrogenation, polymerization, and other organic reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a volatile cobalt source for depositing high-purity cobalt or cobalt-containing thin films on substrates for microelectronics and protective coatings.
• Materials Research: Acts as a building block in the development of novel organometallic complexes, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and magnetic materials.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a reagent or catalyst in specialized organic transformations, including cyclization and cross-coupling reactions.
• Surface Modification: Facilitates the functionalization of material surfaces to alter their chemical, electronic, or catalytic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for investigating reaction mechanisms and developing new catalytic processes in both academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Cobalt
CAS No.	78206-33-4
Molecular Formula	C10H10Co
Molecular Weight	189.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobaltocene; Di(cyclopentadienyl)cobalt; Bis(η5-cyclopentadienyl)cobalt; Cobalt bis(cyclopentadienyl); Dicyclopentadienylcobalt; Cp2Co
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Cobalt is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark purple to black crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cobalt Content)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	173 - 176 °C

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