(R)-BINAP-Ru(II) Dichloride

Dichloro[(R)-2,2'-bis(diphenylphosphino)-1,1'-binaphthyl]ruthenium(II)
CAS Number
132314-09-9
PubChem
Molecular Formula
C44H32Cl2P2Ru
Molecular Weight
754.68 g/mol
Chiral Catalysts Catalysts
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(R)-BINAP-Ru(II) dichloride is the enantiomeric counterpart of (S)-BINAP-Ru(II) dichloride, providing access to the opposite enantiomer in asymmetric hydrogenation reactions. It is a cornerstone catalyst in Noyori-type asymmetric reductions.

Applications

  • Asymmetric hydrogenation of β-keto esters
  • Enantioselective reduction of ketones
  • Synthesis of (R)-configured chiral alcohols
  • Pharmaceutical intermediate production

Specifications

Property Value
CAS 132314-09-9
Molecular Formula C44H32Cl2P2Ru
Molecular Weight 754.68 g/mol
Purity >98%
Appearance Orange to dark red crystalline powder

Features

  • Mirror-image enantioselectivity to S-form
  • High turnover numbers
  • Reliable performance in batch and flow systems
  • Suitable for cGMP manufacturing

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