High-Purity Ruthenium Carbonyl from Aure Chemical – Your Trusted Source
Ruthenium carbonyl, Ru₃(CO)₁₂ or dodecacarbonyltriruthenium, CAS No. 15243-33-1, is a classic and highly versatile ruthenium(0) cluster complex widely used as a precursor in organometallic chemistry and catalysis. Supplied by Aure Chemical as bright orange to red-orange crystalline powder with high ruthenium content (approximately 47–48% Ru), this air-stable, volatile compound features a triangular Ru₃ core with bridging and terminal carbonyl ligands. It serves as an efficient source of Ru(0) or Ru(II) species for synthesizing ruthenium carbonyl derivatives, preparing supported ruthenium catalysts, and generating active catalysts in situ for hydrogenation, hydroformylation, transfer hydrogenation, and C–H activation reactions. Its thermal stability, facile ligand substitution, and ability to form reactive fragments make it indispensable in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis, fine chemicals, and advanced materials research. Aure Chemical provides rigorous purity control, low residual impurities, and secure ruthenium sourcing to ensure batch consistency and optimal reactivity in laboratory and industrial applications worldwide.
Basic Information of Ruthenium Carbonyl
Aure Chemical supplies Ruthenium Carbonyl as a premium Ru(0) cluster precursor with verified ruthenium content and exceptional purity for organometallic and catalytic applications.
| CAS No. | 15243-33-1 |
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| EC No. | 239-569-3 |
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| Chemical Formula | Ru₃(CO)₁₂ |
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| Molecular Weight | 639.33 g/mol |
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| Appearance | Bright orange to red-orange crystalline powder |
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| Odor | Odorless |
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| Melting point | 150 °C (decomposes) |
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| Boiling point | Not applicable (decomposes) |
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| Density | approx. 2.8–3.0 g/cm³ |
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| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in hexane, benzene, toluene, dichloromethane, chloroform |
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| Nature (hazards) | Harmful if swallowed, may cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life, air-sensitive in solution, CO-releasing upon decomposition |
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| RIDADR | Not regulated (not subject to transport regulations as hazardous material in many classifications) |
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| Chemical Structure |  |
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Aure Chemical provides customizable options including purity grades (99%+ Ru basis), air-sensitive packaging under inert atmosphere, and tailored batch sizes to preserve stability for your synthesis or scale-up needs.
Primary Applications of Ruthenium Carbonyl
Ru₃(CO)₁₂ serves as a versatile Ru(0) cluster precursor, readily undergoing ligand substitution or fragmentation to generate active ruthenium species in diverse catalytic and synthetic processes.
Homogeneous Hydrogenation Catalysis
Acts as a precursor for ruthenium carbonyl hydride species in selective hydrogenation of alkenes, alkynes, carbonyls, and nitro groups, offering high activity under mild conditions.
Hydroformylation & Carbonylation Reactions
Used to prepare ruthenium catalysts for hydroformylation of alkenes to aldehydes and carbonylation processes, providing complementary selectivity to rhodium-based systems.
Organometallic Complex Synthesis
Serves as the starting material for synthesizing substituted ruthenium carbonyl clusters, phosphine derivatives, and nitrosyl/isonitrile complexes in coordination chemistry research.
Supported Ruthenium Catalyst Preparation
Employed in impregnation or thermal decomposition to deposit Ru on carbon, alumina, or silica supports for heterogeneous hydrogenation and Fischer-Tropsch catalysis.
Thin-Film & CVD Ruthenium Deposition
Functions as a volatile Ru source for chemical vapor deposition of high-purity ruthenium films in microelectronics, interconnects, and catalytic coatings.
Fine Chemical & Pharmaceutical Synthesis
Applied in Ru-catalyzed reductions and functionalizations for key steps in API manufacturing, offering scalability and functional group tolerance.
Why Choose Aure Chemical for Your Ruthenium Carbonyl Supply?
Partner with Aure Chemical for Ruthenium Carbonyl to benefit from premium cluster reactivity, technical expertise, and secure ruthenium supply for your organometallic and catalytic needs.
High Purity & Cluster Integrity
Rigorous quality controls ensure uniform Ru content, minimal free CO or impurities, and preserved Ru₃ framework for maximum precursor reactivity.
Secure Precious Metal Sourcing
Transparent, responsible ruthenium procurement with inventory buffering to provide supply stability and competitive pricing.
Technical Organometallic Support
Dedicated specialists offer guidance on ligand substitution, cluster fragmentation, catalyst activation, and reaction optimization for your specific applications.
Comprehensive Regulatory Compliance
Full COA, REACH, RoHS, and detailed SDS documentation to facilitate seamless integration into global operations and research programs.
Sustainability & Recycling Commitment
Ethical sourcing practices and ruthenium recovery/recycling programs aligned with ESG objectives and sustainable chemistry principles.
Hazards Classification
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity, Oral (Category 4); Aquatic Chronic (Category 4)
Hazard Statements: H302: Harmful if swallowed; H413: May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
UN Number: Not regulated
Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
GHS07: Exclamation mark (acute toxicity)
GHS09: Environment (aquatic hazard)
