Tetrachlorobis(Tetrahydrofuran) Titanium

Tetrachlorobis(Tetrahydrofuran) Titanium Basic Properties

• Molecular Formula: C8H16Cl4O2Ti

• Appearance: Yellow crystal

• Molecular Weight: 333.89

• Melting Point: 126-128 °C(lit.)

• Flash Point: 1 °F

• Solubility: Easily soluble in organic solvents such as tetrahydrofuran and dichloromethane, reacts violently with water

• Storage Conditions: 2-8°C

• Package Information: 1kg; 5kg; 25kg or customized

Tetrachlorobis(Tetrahydrofuran) Titanium Key Features

Strong lewis acid

Tetrachlorobis(tetrahydrofuran) titanium, as a titanium(IV) chloride complex, possesses a very strong Lewis acid center, which can activate substrates for olefin polymerization or amine addition reactions.

Stable reaction

This compound is stable in common solvents such as tetrahydrofuran (THF) and can be used as an ideal titanium source for the synthesis of various organotitanium compounds and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) materials.

Easy to operate

TiCl4·2THF improves operational safety and ease of handling to a certain extent due to its THF coordination, while still retaining its high activity.

Widely applicable

It can be used in organic synthesis, coordination compound preparation, and the synthesis of titanium-based catalysts or precursor materials in materials science, demonstrating strong versatility.

Tetrachlorobis(Tetrahydrofuran) Titanium Main Applications

Organic synthesis and catalysis

Tetrachlorobis(tetrahydrofuran) titanium is widely used as a key catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis, particularly in reduction reactions and the synthesis of organometallic compounds containing phosphorus azole titanium anions.

Material precursors

They can be used to synthesize titanium-containing complexes or titanium-based materials (such as titanium oxide doping, nanostructures, catalyst supports, etc.), which are easily further reacted thanks to their titanium centers and chloride ligands.

Chemical research

This compound can be used in coordination chemistry research, catalyst development research, and materials science and nanotechnology exploration as a titanium source and activator.

Precautions

1. It is recommended to store at a low temperature of 2-8°C. The container must be sealed and placed in a dry, inert atmosphere (such as argon or nitrogen) to prevent contact with air and moisture.

2. This product reacts violently with water and releases corrosive gases; therefore, contact with water, moisture, and water-containing substances must be strictly avoided during handling.

3. It should be kept away from strong reducing agents, alkalis, water-containing solvents, high-temperature oxidizing agents, etc., to avoid violent reactions or decomposition.

4. Titanium-containing compounds are highly corrosive and should be disposed of in accordance with the requirements for precious metal precursors and corrosive chemicals. They should not be discharged into sewers indiscriminately.

FAQ

1. How does this product differ from ligand-free TiCl4?

Compared to pure TiCl4, TiCl4·2THF, due to the presence of a THF ligand, is typically available in solid or powder form, making it slightly easier to handle. Furthermore, its ligand allows for the modulation of its activity and stability. However, it still exhibits extremely high water/humidity sensitivity, requiring careful handling.

2. How should TiCl4·2THF be prepared or used in catalytic applications?

It should generally be prepared under anhydrous, inert gas protection (such as N2, Ar), using a dry solvent (such as THF, dichloromethane, etc.), and the reaction temperature and ligand composition should be controlled. Since it is a precursor to a strong acid catalyst, moisture and impurities should be avoided when combining it with the substrate and solvent.

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