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Wilkinson catalyst

IUPAC: rhodium;tris(triphenylphosphane);chloride

C54H45ClP3Rh- Laboratory Reagents CAS 14694-95-2
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Formula / NotationC54H45ClP3Rh-
CAS Number14694-95-2
Molecular Weight925.2
Also Known Asrhodium;tris(triphenylphosphane);chloride; 14694-95-2; Chlorotris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I); Tris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) chloride; Wilkinson's catalyst; Chlorotris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium; 16592-65-7; rhodium;triphenylphosphane;chloride; Tris(triphenylphosphine)chlororhodium; MFCD00010016
CategoryLaboratory Reagents

What is Wilkinson catalyst?

Wilkinson catalyst (C54H45ClP3Rh-) is a laboratory reagent. It has a molecular weight of 925.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is rhodium;tris(triphenylphosphane);chloride.

Formula & Notation

C54H45ClP3Rh-

IUPAC Name: rhodium;tris(triphenylphosphane);chloride

Other Names / Synonyms: rhodium;tris(triphenylphosphane);chloride; 14694-95-2; Chlorotris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I); Tris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) chloride; Wilkinson's catalyst; Chlorotris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium; 16592-65-7; rhodium;triphenylphosphane;chloride; Tris(triphenylphosphine)chlororhodium; MFCD00010016

Properties & Characteristics

Molecular formula: C54H45ClP3Rh-. Molecular weight: 925.2 g/mol.

Uses & Applications

Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.

Safety Information

Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Wilkinson catalyst
Formula C54H45ClP3Rh-
CAS Number 14694-95-2
Molecular Weight 925.2
Synonyms rhodium;tris(triphenylphosphane);chloride; 14694-95-2; Chlorotris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I); Tris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) chloride; Wilkinson's catalyst; Chlorotris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium; 16592-65-7; rhodium;triphenylphosphane;chloride; Tris(triphenylphosphine)chlororhodium; MFCD00010016

Frequently Asked Questions

Wilkinson catalyst (C54H45ClP3Rh-) is a laboratory reagent. It has a molecular weight of 925.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is rhodium;tris(triphenylphosphane);chloride.

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