(1E,2E)-1,2-Bis(2,6-Diisopropylphenylimino)ethane

CAS 74663-75-52-Bis(2Catalysis & Inorganic

(1E,2E)-1,2-Bis(2,6-Diisopropylphenylimino)ethane (CAS 74663-75-5) is a chemical compound with the linear formula (C3H7)2C6H3NCHCHNC6H3(C3H7)2 and a molecular weight of 376.58. This compound serves as a key N-heterocyclic carbene ligand and a reactant in the preparation of advanced ruthenium catalysts. Its utility spans various catalytic processes, making it a valuable reagent in organic synthesis and inorganic chemistry research.

IUPAC: N,N′-Bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)-1,4-diazabutadiene,N,N′-Bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)ethanediimine,Glyoxal bis(2,6-diisopropylanil)
Synonyms: N,N′-Bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)-1,4-diazabutadieneN,N′-Bis(2,6-diisopropylphenyl)ethanediimineGlyoxal bis(2,6-diisopropylanil)74663-75-5

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01 /Applications

Precursor for Ruthenium Catalysts

This compound is employed as a reactant in the preparation of derived ruthenium olefin metathesis catalysts, facilitating complex organic transformations.

N-Cyclic Carbene Ligand

It functions as an N-heterocyclic carbene ligand, crucial for the development and application of various transition metal catalysts.

Palladium-Catalyzed Oxidations

Utilised in palladium-catalyzed aerobic oxidation reactions when supported by alpha-diimine ligands, offering efficient synthetic routes.

Ruthenium-Catalyzed Reactions

Serves as a ligand precursor in ruthenium-catalyzed reactions, including regioselective alkylation and N-arylation of aromatic amines.

Synthesis of Ruthenium Complexes

Involved in the preparation of ruthenium nitrosyl alpha-diimine complexes used as catalysts for transfer hydrogenation and atom transfer radical polymerization.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	376.58
Linear formula	(C3H7)2C6H3NCHCHNC6H3(C3H7)2
Assay	90%
Application	• Reactant in preparation of derived ruthenium olefin metathesis catalysts1• N-cyclic carbene ligand2Catalyst in:• Palladium-catalyzed aerobic alc. oxidn. supported by a-diimine ligands3• Regioselective alkylation in presence of ruthenium-bisimine catalytic precursors4• N-arylation of aromatic amines5• Preparation of ruthenium nitrosyl alpha-diimine and iminoketone complexes as catalysts for transfer hydrogenation of ketones and atom transfer radical polymerization reactions6
Melting point	105-109 °C

03 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

74663-75-5

04 /Quality & supply

Documentation

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Supply & logistics

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05 /Frequently asked questions

What is (1E,2E)-1,2-Bis(2,6-Diisopropylphenylimino)ethane used for?

(1E,2E)-1,2-Bis(2,6-Diisopropylphenylimino)ethane is used as a reactant in the preparation of ruthenium catalysts and as an N-cyclic carbene ligand in various catalytic applications, including oxidation, alkylation, and N-arylation reactions.

What is the CAS number and formula for this compound?

The CAS number is 74663-75-5 and the linear formula is (C3H7)2C6H3NCHCHNC6H3(C3H7)2.

What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies this chemical at a minimum purity of 90% as a research-grade material. It is not represented as USP, BP, EP, or pharmacopoeia grade.

What are the safety and handling considerations?

Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for comprehensive safety information. Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a well-ventilated area. The supplied data indicates a WGK Germany classification of 3.