Chloro[1,3-Bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)imidazol-2-ylidene]copper(I)

CAS Number 873779-78-3

Formula : C21H24ClCuN2

Molecular Weight : 403.43 g/mol

assay:95%

Form: white powder

Melting point/range: 273 - 277 °C

Storage:

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Recommended storage temperature: 2 - 8 °C

Heat sensitive. Store under inert gas.

Precautions for safe handling:

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

Application

Catalyst for:

• Hydroboration of terminal alkynes

• Click reaction of azides with terminal alkynes

• Hydrosilylation of ketones and azide-alkyne cycloadditions

• Regioselective boron addition to internal alkynes

• Hydroboration

• Methylenation-Diels-alder cyclization

Related Categories:

Catalysis and Inorganic Chemistry, Chemical Synthesis, Copper Catalysts 

May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.

May be harmful if swallowed.

May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.

May cause eye irritation.