Tricyclohexylphosphine[3-phenyl-1H-inden-1-ylidene][1,3-bis(2,4,6-triMethylphenyl)-4,5-dihydroiMidazol-2-ylidene]rutheniuM(II)

Product Name: Tricyclohexylphosphine[3-phenyl-1H-inden-1-ylidene][1,3-bis(2,4,6-triMethylphenyl)-4,5-dihydroiMidazol-2-ylidene]rutheniuM(II)

Other Name: Grubbs Catalyst

CAS No.: 536724-67-1

Chemical Structure:

Tricyclohexylphosphine[3-phenyl-1H-inden-1-ylidene][1,3-bis(2,4,6-triMethylphenyl)-4,5-dihydroiMidazol-2-ylidene]rutheniuM(II) Application:

Tricyclohexylphosphine[3-phenyl-1H-inden-1-ylidene][1,3-bis(2,4,6-triMethylphenyl)-4,5-dihydroiMidazol-2-ylidene]rutheniuM(II) is a highly efficient ruthenium-based metathesis catalyst, belonging to the advanced class of Grubbs–Hoveyda-type catalysts. It features a unique structure composed of a tricyclohexylphosphine ligand, an indenylidene backbone, and an N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligand, which together deliver exceptional catalytic activity, thermal stability, and moisture tolerance.
It is widely recognized in olefin metathesis chemistry, including ring-closing (RCM), cross metathesis (CM), and ring-opening polymerization (ROMP). The catalyst combines high initiation rates with long catalyst lifetimes, enabling efficient transformations under mild and scalable reaction conditions.
Due to its excellent stability and broad substrate compatibility, this catalyst is extensively used in pharmaceutical synthesis, fine chemicals, materials research, and academic R&D. Applications:

1. Advanced Olefin Metathesis Catalyst
   This ruthenium complex provides superior performance in RCM, ROM, and CM reactions, ensuring high selectivity and conversion rates. It is especially effective in forming carbon–carbon double bonds in complex molecular frameworks.

2. Polymer and Material Synthesis
   Ideal for ROMP-based polymerizations, the catalyst enables precise control of molecular weight and polymer architecture. It is used in the development of smart materials, coatings, and high-performance polymer systems.

3. Pharmaceutical and Fine Chemical Research
   Extensively applied in drug intermediate synthesis, this catalyst allows scalable and clean transformations with minimal by-products. Its air stability and broad substrate tolerance make it suitable for high-value molecule construction in pharmaceutical R&D and specialty chemical production.

Tricyclohexylphosphine[3-phenyl-1H-inden-1-ylidene][1,3-bis(2,4,6-triMethylphenyl)-4,5-dihydroiMidazol-2-ylidene]rutheniuM(II) Packaging and Shipping:

Packaging: 10g/bag, 100g/ bag, 1kg/bag or as customer’s required.

Shipping : DHL/ FedEx/ Air shipping

Tricyclohexylphosphine[3-phenyl-1H-inden-1-ylidene][1,3-bis(2,4,6-triMethylphenyl)-4,5-dihydroiMidazol-2-ylidene]rutheniuM(II) Storage:

Please store in a well ventilated, dry place at 2-8 ℃ and avoid direct sunlight.