Diiodo(p-cymene)ruthenium(II) dimer
Synonym: Di-μ-iodo(p-cymene)iodoruthenium(II)
Formula : C20H28I4Ru2
Molecular weight : 978.19 g/mol
CAS-No. : 90614-07-6
Form: powder
Colour: red
Melting point/range: 234 - 236 °C
Storage:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Handle and store under inert gas. Moisture sensitive. Keep in a dry place.
Storage class (TRGS 510): 13: Non Combustible Solids
Safe handling :
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Application
Umicore Precatalysts for Asymmetric and Cross-Coupling Catalysis
Catalyst in:
• Ruthenium-catalyzed hydrogenation
• Preparation of Walphos-type ferrocenyl-aryl diphosphine ligands
• Ruthenium-catalyzed synthesis reactions
• Enantioselective hydrogenation of ketones and olefins
Hazard statement(s):
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.