Ferrocene, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Ferrocene is used as a catalyst for carbon nanotubes and for rocket propellants. It is also used in the fuel for petrol engines, gasoline antiknock, luminous sensitive materials and exhibit anticancer activity. It acts as a photosensitive catalyst and promote the photochemical degadation of plastic films.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

• Packaged under Argon

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 102-54-5
• Molecular Formula: C10H10Fe
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 186.04
• MDL Number: MFCD00001427
• InChI Key: DFRHTHSZMBROSH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: ferrocene, bis cyclopentadienyl iron
• PubChem CID: 25199998
• IUPAC Name: cyclopenta-1,3-diene;iron
• SMILES: [Fe].c1cccc1.c1cccc1

• Melting Point: 173°C to 174°C
• Color: Yellow to Orange
• Boiling Point: 249°C
• Odor: Characteristic
• Quantity: 50 g
• UN Number: UN1325
• Sensitivity: Air and moisture sensitive
• Merck Index: 14,4037
• Solubility Information: Insoluble in water. Soluble in organic solvents.
• Formula Weight: 186.04
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Physical Form: Powder
• Chemical Name or Material: Ferrocene

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Ferrocene

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Flammable solid Category 1
• Acute toxicity Category 4
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2

Hazard Statement

• H228-Flammable solid.
• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
• P241-Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.
• P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
• P501-Dispose of contents/container to .

RUO – Research Use Only