33435-44-8

Basic information

• Product Name: (1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾
• Synonyms: (1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾
• CAS NO: 33435-44-8
• Molecular Weight: 270.248
• Mol File: 33435-44-8.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• CAS DataBase Reference: (1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾(33435-44-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾(33435-44-8)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 33435-44-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

(1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾, also known as Cr(CO)3(C6H2Me4), is a coordination complex containing a chromium atom in the zero oxidation state. It features a central chromium atom surrounded by three carbonyl (CO) ligands and a (1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene) ligand, with Me representing a methyl group. (1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾ is characterized by its bright orange color and is recognized for its applications as a catalyst in organic synthesis.

Uses

Used in Organic Synthesis:
(1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾ is used as a catalyst to facilitate various organic reactions, enhancing the efficiency and selectivity of the processes. Its unique properties allow it to play a crucial role in the synthesis of complex organic molecules.
Used in Materials Science:
In the field of materials science, (1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾ is utilized for its potential to contribute to the development of new materials with specific properties. Its coordination complex nature makes it a candidate for creating materials with tailored characteristics.
Used in Catalysis:
(1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾ is employed as a catalyst in various catalytic processes, where it can help lower the activation energy required for chemical reactions, thereby increasing the reaction rate and improving overall catalytic performance.
Used in Medicinal Chemistry:
(1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)tricarbonylchromium⁽⁰⁾ is also being studied for its potential applications in medicinal chemistry. Its unique structure and properties may contribute to the development of new pharmaceutical agents or the improvement of existing ones, particularly in the areas of drug design and synthesis.

Downstream Products

• 90130-00-0 cis-(CO)3Cr{P(OPh)3}3 
• 130426-50-5 (η6-1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene)dicarbonyl(triphenylphosphine)chromium(0) 
• 144473-38-1 {((CH₃)4C₆H₂)(CO)2Cr(H)Sn(C₆H₅)3} 
• 3360-65-4 1-(trifluoromethyl)-2,3,5,6-tetramethylbenzene