CAS 7321-53-1

Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate

Description:

Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate, with the CAS number 7321-53-1, is a coordination compound where iron is in the +3 oxidation state and is complexed with 2-ethylhexanoic acid, a branched-chain fatty acid. This substance typically appears as a reddish-brown liquid and is soluble in organic solvents, making it useful in various applications, including as a catalyst in polymerization processes and as a drying agent in paints and coatings. The presence of the 2-ethylhexanoate ligands enhances its solubility and stability in organic media. Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate exhibits properties characteristic of iron(III) compounds, such as paramagnetism due to unpaired electrons. It can also participate in redox reactions, making it valuable in organic synthesis. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may cause skin and eye irritation. Overall, its unique properties make it a versatile compound in industrial applications.

Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂Fe

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H16O2.Fe/c1-3-5-6-7(4-2)8(9)10;/h7H,3-6H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10);

InChI key: InChIKey=IINOHALFTZBGDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCCC)(C(O)=O)CC.[Fe]

Synonyms:

• Ferric 2-ethylhexanoate
• Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, iron(3+) salt
• Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, iron(3+) salt (3:1)
• Iron ethylhexanoate
• Iron tris(2-ethylhexanoate)
• Iron(3+) Tris(2-Ethylhexanoate)
• Iron(III) ethylhexanoate
• Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate

Hexanoicacid,2-ethyl-,iron(3+)salt

CAS: 7321-53-1

Formula: C₂₄H₄₅FeO₆

Purity: %

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 485.4555

Ref: IN-DA0062RV

Iron(III) 2-Ethylhexanoate (Nominally 50% in mineral spirits, Fe 6%)

Controlled Product

CAS: 7321-53-1

Applications A catalyst used in wide range of polymerization reaction. It has been used as a mild Lewis acid catalyst for the stereoselective Diels-Alder reaction as wel as in a Ziegler-Natta type catalyst system for the polymerization of 1,3-butadiene.
References Gong, D. et al.: Polymer, 50, 2826 (2009); Gorman, D. B. et al.: Chem. Comm., 1, 25 (2004);

Formula: C₂₄H₄₅FeO₆

Color and Shape: Colourless

Molecular weight: 485.47

Ref: TR-I775200

Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate in 1,2,3,4-tetramethylbenzene

CAS: 7321-53-1

Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate is a ferric salt that is used as an acid catalyst for the synthesis of ethyl esters. It also acts as an oxidant and can be used in organic chemistry as a chemical reagent to produce ethyl esters from carboxylic acids. Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate reacts with iron oxide particles to form ferric hydroxide, which is then purified by calcium carbonate. This compound also has potential applications in nanotechnology, where it has been shown to be able to act as a catalyst for the synthesis of nanowires. The adsorption kinetics of this compound have been studied using various solvents and metal hydroxides, showing that the rate of adsorption depends on the type of solvent and metal hydroxide used.
Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate is synthesized by reacting ethyl linoleate with iron oxide particles and calcium stearate

Formula: C₂₄H₄₅FeO₆

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Clear Liquid

Molecular weight: 485.47 g/mol

Ref: 3D-HAA32153