Triruthenium Dodecacarbonyl

Ru3(CO)12

CAS: 15243-33-1

Triruthenium dodecacarbonyl (Ru₃(CO)₁₂) is a highly specialized organometallic compound composed of three ruthenium atoms coordinated with twelve carbonyl ligands. This compound is used in a variety of industrial applications, including catalysis for organic transformations, materials science, and the synthesis of advanced chemical intermediates. It is particularly valuable as a catalyst precursor in hydrogenation, hydrosilylation, and other metal-catalyzed reactions. Its high reactivity and versatility make it an essential component in the development of novel catalysts and the synthesis of ruthenium-based materials.

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Key Applications

Catalysis in Organic Synthesis:
Ru₃(CO)₁₂ is a crucial catalyst precursor in reactions such as hydrogenation, hydrosilylation, and other transformations requiring metal-catalyzed processes. It is used to synthesize various organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.
Hydrogenation and Hydrosilylation:
Used extensively in hydrogenation reactions, Ru₃(CO)₁₂ is employed to reduce alkenes, alkynes, and carbonyl compounds, playing a key role in fine chemical synthesis. Additionally, it is used in hydrosilylation to form silicon-carbon bonds in the production of organosilicon compounds.
Ruthenium Catalyst Production:
Triruthenium dodecacarbonyl serves as a precursor in the synthesis of various ruthenium-based catalysts, which are used in catalytic processes across multiple industries, including petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical production.
Materials Science:
It is used in the preparation of advanced ruthenium-based materials and thin films, contributing to innovations in nanotechnology, electronics, and energy storage devices.

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