CAS 13939-06-5

Molybdenum hexacarbonyl

Description:

Molybdenum hexacarbonyl, with the chemical formula Mo(CO)6 and CAS number 13939-06-5, is a coordination compound characterized by its six carbon monoxide (CO) ligands coordinated to a central molybdenum atom. This compound is typically a volatile, yellow solid at room temperature and is known for its air-sensitive nature, requiring careful handling under inert atmospheres to prevent decomposition. Molybdenum hexacarbonyl exhibits a high degree of molecular symmetry, specifically octahedral geometry, which contributes to its stability in the presence of CO. It is soluble in organic solvents such as benzene and toluene but insoluble in water. The compound is of interest in various fields, including organometallic chemistry and catalysis, due to its ability to act as a precursor for molybdenum-based catalysts and materials. Additionally, it can undergo thermal decomposition to yield molybdenum metal and carbon monoxide, making it a useful source of molybdenum in synthetic applications. Safety precautions are essential when handling this compound due to its toxicity and potential health hazards associated with carbon monoxide exposure.

Formula: C₆MoO₆

InChI: InChI=1S/6CO.Mo/c6*1-2;

InChI key: InChIKey=KMKBZNSIJQWHJA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: [Mo](C#O)(C#O)(C#O)(C#O)(C#O)C#O

Synonyms:

• Hexacarbonilmolibdeno
• Hexacarbonylmolybdaen
• Hexacarbonylmolybdene
• Hexacarbonylmolybdenum
• Hexacarbonylmolybdenum(0)
• Molybdenum carbonyl (Mo(CO)6)
• Molybdenum carbonyl (Mo(CO)₆)
• Molybdenum carbonyl (Mo(CO)₆), (OC-6-11)-
• Molybdenum hexacarbonyl
• Molybdenum hexacarbonyl (Mo(CO)6)
• Molybdenum hexacarbonyl (Mo(CO)₆)
• Nsc 173702
• Nsc 215198

Hexacarbonylmolybdenum

CAS: 13939-06-5

Formula: C₆MoO₆

Purity: ≥ 98%

Color and Shape: White crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 264.00

Ref: 7W-GX4559

Molybdenum hexacarbonyl

CAS: 13939-06-5

Formula: C₆MoO₆

Purity: 97.0%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 264.01

Ref: 10-F050113

Hexacarbonylmolybdenum

CAS: 13939-06-5

Hexacarbonylmolybdenum

Formula: Mo·6CO

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Off-white Solid

Molecular weight: 264.0006

Ref: 54-OR1900

Hexacarbonylmolybdenum

Controlled Product

CAS: 13939-06-5

Formula: C₆MoO₆

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 264.0

Ref: TR-H113845

Molybdenum hexacarbonyl

CAS: 13939-06-5

Molybdenum hexacarbonyl is a solid catalyst that can be used in the synthesis of organic compounds. Molybdenum hexacarbonyl is a chemical compound that is stable and has a low reactivity. It is a transition metal carbonyl, which consists of molybdenum, carbon monoxide, and an alkene. The hydroxyl group on the alkene coordinates to the molybdenum atom and forms a six-membered ring with four carbons. This complex is reactive towards nucleophiles, such as amines or alcohols. Molybdenum hexacarbonyl has been shown to be useful in synthesizing lipids from cholesterol esters in bowel disease. It also reacts with hydroxyl groups on fatty acids to form new molecules that are important for cell signaling pathways involved in inflammatory bowel disease.

Formula: C₆MoO₆

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 264.02 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM159155

Molybdenum Hexacarbonyl extrapure, 98%

CAS: 13939-06-5

Formula: Mo(CO)₆

Purity: min. 98%

Color and Shape: White to light yellow, Powder/ Crystals/ Granules/ Chunks, Clear

Molecular weight: 264.00

Ref: SR-41781