Dichloro(cyclooacta-1,5-diene)platinum(II)
Industrial Applications
Dichloro(cycloocta-1,5-diene)platinum(II) is an organometallic platinum complex widely used as a versatile intermediate in inorganic and organometallic synthesis. In industrial and research settings, it is employed in homogeneous catalysis, including hydrosilylation, hydrogenation, and C–C or C–X bond-forming reactions. Its reactivity and stability make it valuable for catalyst development, materials chemistry, and advanced fine-chemical synthesis.
Physical Properties
Dichloro(cycloocta-1,5-diene)platinum(II) is a colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid. The compound is stable under normal conditions and is typically handled as a dry solid. It is insoluble or sparingly soluble in water but dissolves in many organic solvents such as dichloromethane, chloroform, and other chlorinated or aromatic solvents. Its well-defined structure and good thermal stability make it easy to store and manipulate during synthesis of derivative platinum complexes.
Grade
- 52%
Other Names
- cyclooctadienedichloroplatinum
Form
- Beige solid
Abbreviations
- [PtCl2(cod)]
- C8H12Cl2Pt
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