Bis(1,5-cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I)tetrafluoroborate
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Chemical Name Bis(1,5-cyclooctadiene)rhodium(I)tetrafluoroborate
CAS No. 35138-22-8
Synonyms Rh(cod)2BF4; Rhodium (I)  tetrafluoroborate 1,5-cyclooctadiene complex
Product No. Rh08
Chemical Formula
[Rh(C8H12)2]BF4
Formula Structure
Molecular Weight 406.08
Precious Metal Content 25.4%
Colour & Form Red-brown powder.
Storage Requirements Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container under nitrogen.
Water Solubility Insoluble
Solubility Slightly soluble in methyl ethyl ketone, dichloromethane.
Melting Point 190°C
Sensitivity Slightly air and moisture sensitive. Hygroscopic.
Application Hydrogenation, Hydrosilylation, Isomerization reactions. Precursor for asymmetric hydrogenations.