Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium

Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium - Names and Identifiers

Name	Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium
Synonyms	TRIS(CYCLOPENTADIENYL)CERIUM Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium TRIS(CYCLOPENTADIENYL)CERIUM(III) tris(eta5-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yl)cerium
CAS	1298-53-9
EINECS	215-073-6

Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C15Ce
Molar Mass	320.28
Melting Point	300°C (dec.)(lit.)
Boling Point	230°C 0,01mm
Flash Point	>230°F
Appearance	Powder
Color	yellow
Storage Condition	Flammables area
Sensitive	air sensitive, moisture sensitive

Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium - Risk and Safety

Hazard Symbols	F - Flammable
Risk Codes	R11 - Highly Flammable R14/15 -
Safety Description	S43 - In case of fire use ... (there follows the type of fire-fighting equipment to be used.) S7/8 -
UN IDs	UN 3395 4.3/PG 1
WGK Germany	3
HS Code	28461000

Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium - Introduction

Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium is an organometallic compound with the chemical formula (C5H5)3Ce. Its composition contains a cerium ion and three cyclopentadiene ligands. The following is an introduction to its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

1. nature:
-Appearance: Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium is an orange-yellow solid.
-Melting point: about 130-140°C.
-Solubility: It has good solubility in non-polar solvents, but is almost insoluble in water.

2. use:
-Catalyst: Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium is often used as a catalyst in organic synthesis to catalyze some important organic chemical reactions, such as the formation of C- C bonds and carbonylation reactions.
-Iron and steel industry: It is also used in the iron and steel industry to improve the performance and quality of steel.

3. preparation method:
Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium can be prepared by the following methods:
-Direct reduction method: The chloride of cerium and excess cyclopentadiene are reacted in an organic solvent to obtain the product.
-Indirect method: First prepare sodium cyclopentadiene or potassium cyclopentadiene, and then react with cerium salt to form Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium.

4. Safety Information:
- Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium is a toxic substance and direct contact with skin and eyes should be avoided.
-Follow laboratory safety procedures during use.
-The compound should be stored in a sealed container, away from fire and oxidizing agents.

Please note that when using or handling Tris(cyclopentadienyl)cerium, you should follow appropriate safety practices and refer to the relevant Chemical Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for more detailed safety information.

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