Methoxy(cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer
Methoxy(cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer (CAS: 12148-72-0, C18H30O2Rh2) is an organorhodium compound with a molecular weight of 484.24 g/mol. This dimeric complex serves as a versatile precursor for various organorhodium(I) species. It is recognised for its catalytic activity in several important organic transformations, including cascade 1,4-addition-aldol reactions and the hydroformylation of alkenes.
- IUPAC
- [Rh(OMe)(1,5-cod)]2
Precursor for Organorhodium(I) Species
This compound is a valuable starting material for synthesising a range of organorhodium(I) complexes, enabling further research and application in organometallic chemistry.
Catalyst for Cascade Reactions
It acts as an effective catalyst for cascade 1,4-addition-aldol reactions, facilitating complex molecular constructions in a single synthetic operation.
Catalyst for Alcohol Addition
The dimer catalyses the 1,4-addition of alcohols to various substrates, offering a route to functionalised compounds.
Hydroformylation Catalyst
This rhodium complex is employed as a catalyst in hydroformylation reactions, a key industrial process for converting alkenes into aldehydes.
| Molecular weight | 484.24 |
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| Empirical formula | C18H30O2Rh2 |
| Application | Precursor for organorhodium(I) species, catalyst for cascade1,4-addition-aldol reaction, 1,4-addition of alcohols, and hydroformylation |
| Melting point | 192-225 °C |
Documentation
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Supply & logistics
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What is Methoxy(cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer used for?
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Methoxy(cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer is used as a precursor for organorhodium(I) species and as a catalyst for cascade 1,4-addition-aldol reactions, 1,4-addition of alcohols, and hydroformylation.
What is the CAS number and chemical formula for Methoxy(cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer?
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The CAS number is 12148-72-0 and the chemical formula is C18H30O2Rh2.
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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Tech Serve Solutions supplies this chemical as a research-grade material. We do not represent it as USP, BP, EP, or any other pharmacopoeia grade.
What are the safety and handling considerations?
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Methoxy(cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer is classified under WGK 2 in Germany. Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a well-ventilated area, avoiding contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Consult the Safety Data Sheet for full details.
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