Description

Chloro[1,3-Bis(T-Butyl)-2H-Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Gold(I) is a highly specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) gold(I) complex, valued for its exceptional stability and catalytic activity. This compound serves as a premier catalyst precursor in a variety of modern synthetic transformations, particularly in the formation of carbon-heteroatom bonds. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise and efficient catalytic processes.

Application

• Catalyst for Organic Synthesis: A key precursor for generating active gold(I) catalysts used in cyclization, hydration, and hydroamination reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Enables the synthesis of complex molecular scaffolds for drug discovery and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the development of novel organometallic complexes and for studying catalytic mechanisms.
• Alkyne Functionalization: Catalyzes the selective addition of nucleophiles to alkynes, a fundamental step in fine chemical production.
• Ligand in Coordination Chemistry: The robust NHC ligand stabilizes gold in various oxidation states, useful for creating new catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloro[1,3-Bis(T-Butyl)-2H-Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Gold(I)
CAS No.	839722-07-5
Molecular Formula	C11H19AuClN2
Molecular Weight	422.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Chloro(1,3-di-tert-butylimidazol-2-ylidene)gold(I); (1,3-Di-tert-butylimidazol-2-ylidene)gold(I) chloride; IPr*AuCl; NHC-AuCl complex; Gold(I) N-heterocyclic carbene complex; 1,3-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2H-imidazol-2-ylidene, chloroaurio-; Chloro[1,3-bis(2-methyl-2-propanyl)-2H-imidazol-2-ylidene]gold
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Chloro[1,3-Bis(T-Butyl)-2H-Imidazol-2-Ylidene]Gold(I) is synthesized and handled under strict inert atmosphere conditions to ensure purity and stability. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including NMR and HPLC, to verify chemical identity and assay purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C in a cool, dry place. This material is hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Gold (Au) Content	46.0 - 47.5%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (DCM, THF, Toluene)

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