Description

Rhodium Octanoate Dimer (CAS No. 73482-96-9) is a highly specialized organometallic compound with the molecular formula C₃₂H₆₄O₈Rh₂. This dimeric rhodium(II) complex features octanoate ligands, making it a valuable catalyst in organic synthesis and industrial applications. With its exceptional stability and reactivity, it is widely used in cyclopropanation, C-H functionalization, and other transition-metal-catalyzed transformations. The product is supplied as a high-purity solid, ensuring consistent performance in research and manufacturing processes. Its unique structural properties enable precise control in asymmetric synthesis, making it indispensable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical production.

Properties

• CAS Number: 73482-96-9
• Complexity: 208
• IUPAC Name: octanoic acid;rhodium
• InChI: InChI=1S/4C8H16O2.2Rh/c4*1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8(9)10;;/h4*2-7H2,1H3,(H,9,10);;
• InChI Key: MKDJIADBNUOBJH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 782.27111
• Molecular Formula: C32H64O8Rh2
• Molecular Weight: 782.7
• SMILES: CCCCCCCC(=O)O.CCCCCCCC(=O)O.CCCCCCCC(=O)O.CCCCCCCC(=O)O.[Rh].[Rh]
• Topological: 149
• Monoisotopic Mass: 782.27111
• Synonyms: Rhodium octanoate dimer, 615-980-0, Rhodium(II) Octanoate Dimer, 73482-96-9, octanoic acid;rhodium, Rhodium(II) octanoate, MFCD00064724, bis((octanoyloxy)rhodio octanoate), dirhodium(ii) octanoate, Rhodium(ii)octanoate dimer, AKOS025310617, BP-12225, F12023, EN300-7385900

Rhodium Octanoate Dimer is primarily employed as a catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly for cyclopropanation and C-H activation reactions. It is also utilized in the production of fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals due to its ability to facilitate asymmetric transformations. Researchers leverage its reactivity in polymer chemistry and materials science for developing advanced functional materials. Its dimeric structure enhances stability, making it suitable for high-temperature applications.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H302 (72.4%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H315 (27.6%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (26.9%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (26.9%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
• H413 (72.4%): May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]

Precautionary Statements

• P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Acute Tox. 4 (72.4%)
• Skin Irrit. 2 (27.6%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (26.9%)
• STOT SE 3 (26.9%)
• Aquatic Chronic 4 (72.4%)

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