Description

(Cyclopentadienyl)(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride is a highly versatile metallocene complex, serving as a crucial precursor in advanced organometallic chemistry and catalysis. Its value lies in its well-defined structure and reactivity, which enables precise control over polymerization processes and material synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of olefin polymerization catalysis, organic synthesis, and the development of novel zirconium-based materials.

Application

• Precursor for Single-Site Catalysts: A key component in the synthesis of highly active and selective metallocene catalysts for the polymerization of ethylene and propylene.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in stoichiometric and catalytic organic transformations, including carbon-carbon bond formation and hydrometalation reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of thin films, coatings, and other advanced materials via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) techniques.
• Polymer Modification: Facilitates the synthesis of polymers with tailored microstructures, tacticity, and physical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a fundamental reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and catalytic mechanisms in organometallic chemistry.
• Co-catalyst Component: Used in combination with activators like methylaluminoxane (MAO) to form active catalytic systems for polyolefin production.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Cyclopentadienyl)(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride
CAS No.	81476-73-5
Molecular Formula	C15H20Cl2Zr
Molecular Weight	380.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Zirconocene Dichloride, CpCp*ZrCl2; (η5-C5H5)(η5-C5Me5)ZrCl2; Chloro(cyclopentadienyl)(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)zirconium; (Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)cyclopentadienylzirconium Dichloride; Unsymmetrical Zirconocene Dichloride; 1,2,3,4,5-Pentamethyl-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl-cyclopentadienylzirconium Dichloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Cyclopentadienyl)(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Dichloride is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR spectroscopy and elemental analysis, to verify identity and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95%
Zirconium Content	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, dichloromethane)

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