Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I)

Name: Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-018568

About Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I)

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I), a catalyst / ligand registered under CAS number 12081-16-2. Formula C8H16Cl2Rh2-2, molecular weight 388.93 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ethene. Bis(rhodium). Dichloride. Common synonyms include Bis[chlorobis(ethylene)rhodium] and Bis[chlorodiethylenerhodium].

The material typically appears as an orange, red or black solid. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include cross-coupling reactions, homogeneous catalysis and asymmetric synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and oil, gas and petrochemicals.

We offer Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I) in 1 g and 10 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Cross-coupling reactions
Homogeneous catalysis
Asymmetric synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I)
Catalogue No.	VQ-018568
CAS Number	12081-16-2
IUPAC name	ethene;bis(rhodium);dichloride
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₆Cl₂Rh₂-2
Molecular weight	388.93 g/mol
Exact mass	387.8739
HSN code	28439019
InChIKey	QPOCZCJMFQWGSP-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	C=C.C=C.C=C.C=C.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Rh].[Rh]
PubChem CID	45357812

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Orange, red or black solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Bis[chlorobis(ethylene)rhodium], Bis[chlorodiethylenerhodium], Chlorobis(ethylene)rhodium dimer, Dichlorotetra(ethene)dirhodium, Dichlorotetrakis(ethene)dirhodium, Diethylenerhodium chloride dimer, Divinylrhodium chloride dimer, Tetrakis(ethylene)dichlorodirhodium, [Rh(C2H4)2Cl]2, Chlorobis(ethylene)rhodium(I) Dimer, Di-, I-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I)?

The CAS Registry Number of Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I) is 12081-16-2. It is also known as Bis[chlorobis(ethylene)rhodium], Bis[chlorodiethylenerhodium], Chlorobis(ethylene)rhodium dimer.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I)?

Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I) has the molecular formula C8H16Cl2Rh2-2 and a molecular weight of 388.93 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I) can I order?

We supply Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I), in 1 g, 10 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I)?

Yes. Every lot of Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I) is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I) be shipped internationally?

Yes. Di-μ-chlorotetraethylene dirhodium(I) is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.