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Grubbs Catalyst

TL;DR: Grubbs Catalyst (CAS 172222-30-9) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C43H74Cl2P2Ru+2 and molecular weight 824.36865 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.

benzylidene(dichloro)ruthenium;bis(tricyclohexylphosphanium)

Also Known As: Grubbs Catalyst, grubb's catalyst, Grubbs' catalyst, Grubbs I, Grubbs 1st

CAS Number
172222-30-9
Molecular Formula
C43H74Cl2P2Ru+2
Molecular Weight
824.36865 g/mol
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Technical Specifications

Molecular FormulaC43H74Cl2P2Ru+2
Molecular Weight824.36865 g/mol
XLogP15.1601
Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA)0.0 Ų
Hydrogen Bond Donors2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptors1
Rotatable Bonds6
Exact Mass824.36865 Da
Heavy Atoms48
Complexity315.0
Melting Point153.0
SMILESC1CCC(CC1)[PH+](C2CCCCC2)C3CCCCC3.C1CCC(CC1)[PH+](C2CCCCC2)C3CCCCC3.C1=CC=C(C=C1)C=[Ru](Cl)Cl
InChIKeyAULHKSXXVKDNBT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Product Description

Applications: Grubbs Catalyst is used in transition-metal catalysis, cross-coupling chemistry, and organometallic synthesis. It commonly serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor for key bond-forming transformations. CoreyChem supplies Grubbs Catalyst (CAS 172222-30-9) with custom synthesis available from milligram to multi-kilogram scale, supported by COA, MSDS, and HPLC/NMR/MS documentation.

A catalyst and synthetic reagent supplied by CoreyChem, Grubbs Catalyst (CAS 172222-30-9) has the molecular formula C43H74Cl2P2Ru+2 and a molecular weight of 824.37 g/mol. It is also known as Grubbs Catalyst and grubb's catalyst.

CoreyChem provides it with COA documentation, and custom synthesis from milligram to multi-kilogram scales is available on request. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.

Safety Information

GHS Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements (H-Statements)

H228

Chemical Property Profile of Grubbs Catalyst

XLogP
15.1601
TPSA (Topological Polar Surface Area)
0.0
Hydrogen Bond Donors
2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
6
Heavy Atoms
48
Complexity
315.0
Exact Mass
824.36865
Monoisotopic Mass
824.36865
Data Source: Chemical property values are referenced from PubChem, the world's largest open chemistry database maintained by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), U.S. National Library of Medicine.

Property Insights of Grubbs Catalyst

The XLogP value of 15.1601 indicates that Grubbs Catalyst is lipophilic (fat-soluble), which may influence its absorption, distribution, and formulation strategy. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 0.0 Ų, Grubbs Catalyst exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, Grubbs Catalyst has 2 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 1 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), which may warrant consideration for formulation optimization.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Grubbs Catalyst?

The CAS number of Grubbs Catalyst is 172222-30-9.

What is the molecular formula of Grubbs Catalyst?

The molecular formula of Grubbs Catalyst is C43H74Cl2P2Ru+2.

What is the molecular weight of Grubbs Catalyst?

The molecular weight of Grubbs Catalyst is 824.36865 g/mol.

What are the applications of Grubbs Catalyst?

Grubbs Catalyst is used in transition-metal catalysis, cross-coupling chemistry, and organometallic synthesis. It commonly serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor for key bond-forming transformations. CoreyChem supplies Grubbs Catalyst (CAS 172222-30-9) with custom synthesis available from...

Where can I buy Grubbs Catalyst?

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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for Grubbs Catalyst?

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