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Catalog Number:
26778
CAS Number:
102-54-5
Ferrocene
Purity:
≥ 99% (Assay)
Synonym(s):
Bis(cyclopentadienyl)iron
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Product Information
Synonyms
Bis(cyclopentadienyl)iron
CAS Number
102-54-5
Purity
≥ 99% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
C10H10Fe
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00001427
PubChem ID
7611
Melting Point
170 - 177 °C
Appearance
Orange or orange yellow powder
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Bis(cyclopentadienyl)iron
CAS Number
102-54-5
Purity
≥ 99% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
C10H10Fe
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00001427
PubChem ID
7611
Melting Point
170 - 177 °C
Appearance
Orange or orange yellow powder
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Ferrocene is widely utilized in research focused on

  • Electronics: Ferrocene is used in the development of organic electronic devices, such as organic solar cells and field-effect transistors, due to its excellent electron-transporting properties.
  • Catalysis: It serves as a catalyst in various chemical reactions, including polymerization and oxidation processes, enhancing reaction rates and selectivity.
  • Materials Science: Ferrocene derivatives are incorporated into polymers to improve thermal stability and mechanical properties, making them suitable for high-performance materials.
  • Biomedical Applications: It is explored for drug delivery systems and as an anti-cancer agent, leveraging its ability to facilitate the transport of therapeutic agents within the body.
  • Analytical Chemistry: Ferrocene is used as a redox standard in electrochemical analysis, providing reliable reference points for measuring the electrochemical behavior of other compounds.

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