1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane, min 97%
Synonym: DMPE, Dimethyl-2-(dimethylphosphino)ethylphosphine,
Ethylenebis(dimethylphosphine)
CAS Number:23936-60-9
Molecular Formula:C6H16P2
Formula Weight:150.14
Color and Form:colorless liq.
assay : 97%
boiling point:180 °C (356 °F) - lit
Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Use explosion-proof equipment.Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Take measures to prevent the build up
of electrostatic charge.
Conditions for safe storage:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Air sensitive. Handle and store under inert gas
Application
1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane (dmpe) may be employed as ligand in the preparation of cis-arylmethyl(dmpe) nickel(II) complexes.
General description
1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane (dmpe) is a polydentate phosphine ligand. Synthesis of 1,2-bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane has been reported.It reacts with ZrCl2 to afford ZrCl4(dmpe)2 complexes.
Hazard statement(s):
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
