1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride
1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride (CAS: 1034449-15-4) is an N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) precursor. With a molecular weight of 318.88 g/mol, it functions primarily as a carbon-donor ligand and a reactant in the synthesis of transition metal catalysts. It is essential for developing advanced catalytic systems utilized in organic synthesis and coordination chemistry, offering specific reactivity in cross-coupling and arylation reactions.
- Synonyms
- 1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazol-3-ium chloride

Catalyst in O-Arylation Reactions
Serves as a precursor for rhodium-N-heterocyclic carbene complexes, facilitating the O-arylation of phenols with aryl bromides. This application is crucial for forming aryl ether linkages in organic synthesis.
Reactant in Pd-PEPPSI Complex Preparation
Used in the preparation of palladium-N-heterocyclic carbene complexes, such as Pd-PEPPSI, which are active catalysts for various cross-coupling reactions. These complexes enable efficient carbon-carbon bond formation.
NHC Ligand Precursor
As a stable salt, it readily generates the corresponding free carbene upon deprotonation, making it a valuable precursor for synthesizing a wide range of N-heterocyclic carbene ligands for homogeneous catalysis.
| Molecular weight | 318.88 |
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| Empirical formula | C19H27ClN2 |
| Assay | 95% |
| Application | • Catalyst in rhodium-N-heterocyclic carbene complex-catalyzed O-arylation of phenols with arylbromides1• Reactant in preparation of Pd-PEPPSI complexes for catalysis of cross-coupling reactions2 |
| Melting point | 216-220 °C |
Documentation
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Supply & logistics
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What is 1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride used for?
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1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride is primarily used as a precursor for N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands and catalysts. It plays a key role in rhodium-catalyzed O-arylation of phenols and in the preparation of palladium complexes for cross-coupling reactions.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula for 1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride?
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The CAS number is 1034449-15-4, and its empirical formula is C19H27ClN2.
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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Tech Serve Solutions supplies 1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride with an assay of 95%. We do not represent this product as USP, BP, EP, or other pharmacopoeia grades.
How should 1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride be handled?
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According to safety data, this compound is classified with WGK Germany 3, indicating a high hazard to water. Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a well-ventilated area, avoiding release into the environment.
How is 1,3-Dicyclohexylbenzimidazolium chloride packed and shipped?
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