Benzeneruthenium(II) chloride dimer

• CAT Number: R068071
• CAS Number: 37366-09-9
• PubChem Substance ID: 10962144
• Molecular Formula: C12H12Cl4Ru2
• Molecular Weight: 500.2
• Purity: 98%
• Appearance: orange to brown powder
• IUPAC Name: benzene;dichlororuthenium
• InChI: InChI=1S/2C6H6.4ClH.2Ru/c2*1-2-4-6-5-3-1;;;;;;/h2*1-6H;4*1H;;/q;;;;;;2*+2/p-4
• InChIKey: YGXMUPKIEHNBNQ-UHFFFAOYSA-J
• SMILES: C1=CC=CC=C1.C1=CC=CC=C1.Cl[Ru]Cl.Cl[Ru]Cl

Benzeneruthenium(II) chloride dimer is a coordination complex containing ruthenium, benzene, and chloride ions. This dark-colored solid plays a significant role as a catalyst in various organic transformations, including hydrogenation and olefin metathesis reactions. Its unique structure and electronic properties make it valuable in synthetic chemistry, particularly in the preparation of complex organic molecules. Additionally, benzeneruthenium(II) chloride dimer has potential applications in materials science and catalysis research. Understanding its reactivity and coordination behavior is crucial for developing efficient and selective chemical processes in both academia and industry.