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Copper(II) 2,4-pentanedionate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Copper(II) 2,4-pentanedionate is used as a catalyst for carbene transfer reactions, coupling reactions and Michael addition reactions. It is also used as a catalyst for the polymerization of olefins and transesterification reactions as well as a PVC stabilizer. Further, it is used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, acrylic adhesives, silicone rubbers. In addition to this, it is used as a lubricant additive and paint drier.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Copper(II) 2,4-pentanedionate is used as a catalyst for carbene transfer reactions, coupling reactions and Michael addition reactions. It is also used as a catalyst for the polymerization of olefins and transesterification reactions as well as a PVC stabilizer. Further, it is used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, acrylic adhesives, silicone rubbers. In addition to this, it is used as a lubricant additive and paint drier.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
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Specifications
Melting Point | ∼286°C (decomposition) |
Boiling Point | 160°C (10 mmHg) |
Odor | Weak |
Quantity | 500 g |
Beilstein | 4157957 |
Solubility Information | Insoluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 261.76 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | Copper(II) 2,4-pentanedionate |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H302+H312+H332-H315-H319-H335-H360-H500 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P201-P202-P261-P264b-P270-P271-P280i-P281-P301+P312-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P308+P313-P312-P330-P332+P313-P362-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 236-477-9 |
RTECSNumber | GL6520000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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