What are the physical and chemical properties of Bis(1,5-cyclooctadiene)dimethoxydiiridium (CAS: 12148-71-9)?

Bis(1,5-cyclooctadiene)dimethoxydiiridium (CAS: 12148-71-9) is a coordination compound with a molecular weight of approximately 428.23 g/mol. It exists as a colorless solid in its crystalline form. The compound is poorly soluble in common organic solvents but soluble in less polar solvents. It is not reactive under normal conditions but can undergo substitution reactions under certain conditions. This compound is of interest in catalysis and materials science due to its electronic structure and stability.