Benzoylferrocene, CAS No. 1272-44-2

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1272-44-2

Catalog No. EBD4874

CAS 1272-44-2

Name Benzoylferrocene

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Basic Information

Synonyms: Ferrobenzylphenylketone Ferrocenylphenylketone iron(2+)2-benzoylcyclopenta-2,4-dienidecyclopenta-2,4-dienide(1:1:1) cyclopenta-2,4-dien-1-yl(phenyl)methanone benzoyldicyclopentadienyliron benzoyl-ferrocen ferrecenophenone ferrocene,benzoyl- iron(ii),(benzoylcyclopentadienyl)cyclopentadienyl- ketone,ferrocenylphenyl methanone,ferrocenylphenyl- monobenzoylferrocene (Benzoylcyclopentadienyl)cyclopentadienyliron Benzoylferrocene

Molecular Formula: C17H14FeO

Molecular Weight: 290.14

MDL Number: MFCD00001431

Categories: Materials Chemistry > Optoelectronic and Organic Semiconductor Materials > Optoelectronic Functional Compounds Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Other Organic Building Blocks

Product Description:

Benzoylferrocene is an organometallic compound featuring a ferrocene core substituted with a benzoyl group. It is a red crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C17H14FeO. This compound is a derivative of ferrocene, a classic metallocene known for its stability and reversible redox properties. Its primary application is in the field of materials science, particularly as a precursor for functional materials. Benzoylferrocene is utilized in the synthesis of redox-active polymers, electrochemical sensors, and as a component in non-linear optical (NLO) materials. The ferrocene unit provides excellent electron-transfer capabilities, while the benzoyl group allows for further chemical modification and polymerization, making it valuable for creating advanced electroactive and photonic materials. Additionally, it serves as a versatile organometallic building block in synthetic chemistry. Researchers employ it in cross-coupling reactions and as a starting material for synthesizing more complex ferrocene derivatives with tailored properties for catalysis or material applications.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 105-107 °C(lit.)

Analytical Data

Appearance: red to red-brown powder