High-Purity Tris(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium(II) Dichloride from Aure Chemical – Your Trusted Source
Tris(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium(II) dichloride, RuCl₂(PPh₃)₃, CAS No. 15529-49-4, is a classic and highly effective ruthenium(II) precatalyst widely employed in homogeneous catalysis. Supplied by Aure Chemical as dark purple to black crystalline powder with high ruthenium content (approximately 10–11% Ru), this air-stable complex features three strongly electron-donating triphenylphosphine ligands that impart excellent activity and selectivity in reduction and functionalization processes. Renowned for its versatility, it excels in hydrogenation of alkenes, alkynes, carbonyls, and nitro groups, as well as transfer hydrogenation, C–H activation, and hydroformylation reactions under mild conditions. Its broad functional group tolerance and robustness make it indispensable for pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis, fine chemicals, and advanced materials development. Aure Chemical delivers rigorous purity control, low residual PPh₃, and secure ruthenium sourcing to ensure batch consistency and optimal catalytic performance in research and industrial-scale operations worldwide.
Basic Information of Tris(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium(II) Dichloride
Aure Chemical supplies Tris(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium(II) Dichloride as a premium Ru(II) precatalyst with verified ruthenium content and exceptional purity for hydrogenation and functionalization applications.
| CAS No. | 15529-49-4 |
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| EC No. | 239-569-8 |
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| Chemical Formula | RuCl₂(P(C₆H₅)₃)₃ |
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| Molecular Weight | 958.83 g/mol |
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| Appearance | Dark purple to black crystalline powder |
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| Odor | Odorless |
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| Melting point | Decomposes >200 °C |
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| Boiling point | Not applicable (decomposes) |
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| Density | approx. 1.5–1.7 g/cm³ |
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| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in benzene, toluene, dichloromethane, chloroform, THF |
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| Nature (hazards) | Harmful if swallowed, may cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life, air-sensitive in solution |
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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 activity for your hydrogenation or scale-up needs.
Primary Applications of Tris(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium(II) Dichloride
RuCl₂(PPh₃)₃ is a foundational Ru(II) precatalyst, delivering outstanding performance in reduction and functionalization reactions across fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
Hydrogenation of Unsaturated Bonds
Catalyzes efficient reduction of alkenes, alkynes, and aromatic rings under mild conditions, offering high selectivity in complex molecule synthesis for pharmaceutical intermediates.
Transfer Hydrogenation
Enables selective reduction of carbonyls, imines, and nitro groups using formate or isopropanol as hydrogen donors, providing a mild, hydrogen-gas-free alternative in fine chemical production.
C–H Activation & Functionalization
Facilitates Ru-catalyzed direct C–H arylation, alkenylation, and annulation of arenes and heterocycles, delivering atom-economical routes to functionalized molecules.
Hydroformylation & Carbonylation
Serves as a precursor for Ru-catalyzed hydroformylation of alkenes to aldehydes and related carbonylation processes, complementing rhodium-based systems in specialty chemicals.
Pharmaceutical & Natural Product Synthesis
Widely applied in reduction, deprotection, and functionalization steps of active pharmaceutical ingredients and natural products, offering scalability and functional group tolerance.
Catalyst Development & Mechanistic Studies
Acts as a standard Ru(II) source for ligand screening, cluster formation, and mechanistic investigations in academic and industrial catalysis R&D.
Why Choose Aure Chemical for Your Tris(triphenylphosphine)ruthenium(II) Dichloride Supply?
Partner with Aure Chemical for RuCl₂(PPh₃)₃ to benefit from superior catalytic versatility, technical expertise, and dependable ruthenium supply for your reduction and functionalization processes.
High Purity & Ligand Integrity
Rigorous quality controls ensure uniform Ru content, minimal free PPh₃ or impurities, and preserved coordination sphere for maximum catalytic activity.
Secure Precious Metal Sourcing
Transparent, responsible ruthenium procurement with inventory buffering to provide supply stability and competitive pricing.
Technical Catalysis Support
Dedicated specialists offer reaction optimization, co-catalyst/ligand screening, scale-up guidance, and troubleshooting to maximize efficiency and selectivity.
Comprehensive Regulatory Compliance
Full COA, REACH, RoHS, and detailed SDS documentation to facilitate seamless integration into global pharmaceutical and fine chemical operations.
Sustainability & Recycling Programs
Ethical sourcing practices and ruthenium recovery/recycling options aligned with ESG goals 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)
