Description

[1,3-Bis(2,6-Diisopropylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene](1,3-Diphenyl-1,3-Propanedionato)Copper(I) is a highly specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) copper(I) complex, valued for its exceptional stability and catalytic activity. This compound serves as a premier catalyst precursor in cross-coupling and other organometallic transformations, enabling efficient and selective synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel synthetic routes.

Application

• Catalyst for Cross-Coupling Reactions: A key precursor for Buchwald-Hartwig amination, Ullmann-type couplings, and other C–N, C–O, and C–S bond-forming reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Enables the efficient and scalable production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring precise catalytic steps.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Facilitates controlled polymerization reactions for producing specialty polymers and materials with specific properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), conductive polymers, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development and exploring new catalytic processes in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1,3-Bis(2,6-Diisopropylphenyl)Imidazol-2-Ylidene](1,3-Diphenyl-1,3-Propanedionato)Copper(I)
CAS No.	920739-11-3
Molecular Formula	C41H45CuN2O2
Molecular Weight	661.35 g/mol
Synonyms	IPrCu(dbm); (IPr)Cu(dbm); Copper(I) (1,3-diphenyl-1,3-propanedionato)(1,3-bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene); NHC-Cu(I)-DBM complex; 1,3-Bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene copper(I) dibenzoylmethanate; (NHC)Cu(diketone) complex; IPr-Cu-DBM; Copper(I) complex with 1,3-bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene and dibenzoylmethanate
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Quality Control

Our high-purity NHC-copper complexes are manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and optimal catalytic performance. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical characterization, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. 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 under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) at 2-8°C to maintain stability. This material is hygroscopic and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Copper Content	9.5 - 10.2%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (THF, DCM, toluene)

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