Carbonylbis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) Chloride

CAS: 13938-94-8

Ref. 3D-FC60959

Product Information

• Name: Carbonylbis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) Chloride
• Synonyms: Bis(triphenylphosphine)carbonylrhodium(I) ChlorideCarbonylchlorobis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I)
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Carbonylbis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) Chloride is a carbonyl compound that is prepared by reacting alcohols with diethyl ether in the presence of rhodium chloride. It is used as a reagent for alkylation, recrystallization, and purification of organic compounds. Carbonylbis(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) Chloride has been used to synthesize formaldehyde from ethylene glycol and formaldehyde-based resins. It also has been used as a catalyst in the conversion of aliphatic hydrocarbons to alcohols. This compound is insoluble in water and crystallizes yellow when dried.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 690.94 g/mol
• Formula: C₃₇H₃₀ClOP₂Rh
• Purity: Min. 95%