Description

Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Bis(Trifluoromethanesulfonate)Tetrahydrofuran Adduct is a highly reactive organozirconium complex that serves as a versatile catalyst and precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for facilitating challenging chemical transformations, particularly in the development of novel polymers and fine chemicals, where its Lewis acidic properties are essential. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, specialty polymer, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Polymerization Catalyst: Acts as a key catalyst component in the synthesis of polyolefins and other specialty polymers, enabling precise control over molecular weight and tacticity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a powerful Lewis acid catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation, acylation, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Precursor for Zirconium-Containing Materials: Serves as a molecular precursor for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) of zirconium oxide thin films for semiconductor and optical applications.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Co-catalyst Systems: Used in conjunction with other organometallic compounds to create highly active, tailored catalyst systems for asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for exploring new catalytic cycles and reaction mechanisms in organometallic chemistry and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Bis(Trifluoromethanesulfonate)Tetrahydrofuran Adduct
CAS No.	89672-77-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₀F₆O₇S₂Zr
Molecular Weight	635.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Zirconocene Triflate THF Adduct; Cp₂Zr(OTf)₂·THF; Bis(η⁵-cyclopentadienyl)zirconium(IV) bis(trifluoromethanesulfonate) tetrahydrofuran adduct; Zirconium, bis(η⁵-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)bis[(trifluoromethyl)sulfonato-O]-, (T-4)-, compd. with tetrahydrofuran (1:1); Zirconocene bis(triflate) THF complex; Bis(cyclopentadienyl)zirconium(IV) trifluoromethanesulfonate tetrahydrofuran adduct
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Quality Control

Our production of Bis(Cyclopentadienyl)Zirconium Bis(Trifluoromethanesulfonate)Tetrahydrofuran Adduct adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including NMR spectroscopy and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) after opening to prevent decomposition. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95.0%
Zirconium (Zr) Content	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (THF, DCM)

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