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Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)iron(II), known as Fe(Cp)2, is an organometallic compound comprising one iron atom and two cyclopentadienyl rings, each adorned with five methyl groups. This powerful catalyst finds wide application in both scientific research and industrial settings. Its versatility lies in its proficiency for synthesizing various organic compounds. Furthermore, Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)iron(II) serves as a catalyst in numerous reactions, such as the oxidation and hydroformylation of olefins. The catalytic action of Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)iron(II) is executed by forming a complex with the reactants, which subsequently undergoes a ligand exchange process to yield the desired product. Additionally, Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)iron(II) exhibits Lewis acid behavior, enabling it to accept electrons from other molecules. This electron acceptance ability grants it the power to activate molecules and facilitate various reactions.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)iron(II), 1 g | sc-234073 | 1 g | $109.00 |