Ferrocene

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SKU:: 276620
Molecular Weight:: 186.03
Purity:: ≥99%
Storage Conditions:: RT
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 102-54-5
Format:: Orange yellow powder
Extra Details:: Ferrocene is used as a precursor in the synthesis of ferrocifen derivatives which display antitumor activity and may be used in the development of new anticancer drugs. It is also used in the synthesis of ferrocenyl phosphine derivatives which are used as a reagent in transition metal-catalyzed reactions. Synonyms: Bis(cyclopentadienyl)iron; Bis(η-cyclopentadienyl)iron; Bis(η5-cyclopentadienyl)iron; Catane TM; Di-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yliron; Di-π-cyclopentadienyl Iron; Dicyclopentadienyliron; Ferrotsen; Iron Bis(cyclopentadienide); Iron Dicyclopentadienyl; bis(η5-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)iron; NSC 2033; NSC 209798; NSC 44012; PLUTOcen G CAS No: 102-54-5 Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₀Fe Molecular Weight: 186.03 Appearance: Orange yellow powder Purity: ≥99% Melting Point: 170-177°C Water (KF): ≤0.1% Insolubles: ≤0.1% (in benzene) Solubility: As reported Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT. Sensitive to air, light and heat. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.