(R,R)-(-)-N,N'-Bis(3,5-di-tertbutylsalicylidene)-1,2- cyclohexanediaminomanganese(III) chloride(CAS: 138124-32-0)

The compound is a crystalline solid with a high molecular weight. It has limited solubility in water and organic solvents. Chemically, it is a manganese(III) complex with a high reactivity towards reducing agents. It exhibits stability in air and is less prone to hydrolysis.

This compound is typically synthesized by reacting a mixture of 3,5-di-tertbutylsalicylaldehyde and 1,2-cyclohexanediamine with manganese(III) chloride in an appropriate solvent under controlled conditions. The reaction involves the formation of a complex through coordination of the ligands to manganese(III) ions.

This compound is used in the pharmaceutical industry for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also utilized in the polymer industry to enhance thermal stability and in the production of advanced materials. Additionally, it has applications in sensors for detecting specific chemical species.

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