Description

Bis(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Ruthenium CAS NO 84821-53-4 is a highly specialized organometallic compound featuring a ruthenium center coordinated by two pentamethylcyclopentadienyl ligands. This compound matters as a versatile and highly active catalyst precursor, particularly valued for its role in facilitating challenging chemical transformations. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of advanced materials science, homogeneous catalysis, and organic synthesis.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: Acts as a key precursor for ruthenium-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, hydrosilylation, and C-H activation reactions.
• Polymer Synthesis: Employed in the catalysis of ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP) and other olefin metathesis processes for creating specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: Utilized as a catalyst in the development of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals.
• Materials Science Research: Serves as a starting material for depositing ruthenium-containing thin films via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD).
• Electrochemistry: Investigated for use in electrocatalytic systems and as a component in molecular electronics.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for exploring new catalytic cycles and reaction mechanisms in organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Ruthenium
CAS No.	84821-53-4
Molecular Formula	C20H30Ru
Molecular Weight	363.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)ruthenium; Di(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)ruthenium; Ru(Cp*)2; Ruthenocene, pentamethyl-; Decamethylruthenocene; Bis(η5-pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)ruthenium(II); (C5Me5)2Ru
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)Ruthenium is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C or as specified on the label or COA. This material is easily oxidized and may be sensitive to moisture; handle and store accordingly in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to brown crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR / HPLC)	≥ 95%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, THF, dichloromethane)

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