cis-Dichlorobis(triphenylphosphane)platinum(II)
Industrial Applications
cis-Dichlorobis(triphenylphosphane)platinum(II) is an important coordination complex used extensively in catalysis and organometallic synthesis. It serves as a precursor for a wide range of platinum-based catalysts through ligand substitution, oxidative addition, and insertion reactions. In industrial and research environments, it is used to generate active catalytic species for hydrogenation, hydrosilylation, carbon–carbon coupling, and polymer modification reactions. Its well-defined structure and predictable reactivity make it a valuable starting point for developing homogeneous catalysts employed in fine chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical synthesis, and materials research.
Physical Properties
cis-Dichlorobis(triphenylphosphane)platinum(II) is a yellow to orange crystalline solid that is air-stable under normal handling conditions. It is sparingly soluble in water but soluble in common organic solvents such as dichloromethane, chloroform, and benzene. It is thermally stable up to moderate temperatures but sensitive to strong oxidizing agents. Due to its organometallic nature, it should be stored in a dry environment and handled with care to prevent decomposition.
Grade
- 24%
Other Names
- Dichlorobis(triphenylphosphine)platinum
Form
- Colorless solid
Abbreviations
- cis-[PtCl2(PPh3)2]
- Pt[(C6H5)3P]2Cl2
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