Compound Q&A
How is Ferrocene, (1,1-dimethylethyl)- (CAS: 1316-98-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ferrocene, (1,1-dimethylethyl)- (CAS: 1316-98-9) is typically synthesized through the reaction of cyclopentadiene with dimethyl ether in the presence of a transition metal catalyst, such as iron(II) chloride. The method involves a metathesis reaction to form the complex. This synthesis yields a high selectivity and purity, with a theoretical yield of up to 90%.
About
CAS No
1316-98-9
English Name
Ferrocene, (1,1-dimethylethyl)-
Molecular Formula
C14H18Fe
Molecular Weight
242.14 g/mol
SMILES
[CH-]1C=CC=C1.CC([C-]1C=CC=C1)(C)C.[Fe+2]
InChIKey
DOUYOVFHQKVSSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
