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Chloro(1,5-cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer
Description
It is a widely used precursor to homogeneous catalysts. This is a chiral catalyst capable of asymmetrically hydrogenating certain prochiral alkenes. Chloro(1,5-cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer is also used in the synthesis of other metal ligands for use in catalysis.
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Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 243°C (decomposition) |
| Color | Yellow to Orange |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Quantity | 250 mg |
| Sensitivity | Air sensitive; Hygroscopic |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in chloroform,dichloromethane,and methanol; Sparingly soluble in most common solvents. |
| Formula Weight | 493.08 |
| Physical Form | Crystalline |
| Chemical Name or Material | Chloro(1,5-cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I) dimer |
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