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Tris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) Chloride CAS 14694-95-2 RhCl(PPh3)3 Wilkinson Catalyst

Ruifu Chemical is the leading manufacturer of Tris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) Chloride (RhCl(PPh3)3; Wilkinson Catalyst) (CAS: 14694-95-2) with high quality. Ruifu Chemical can provide worldwide delivery, competitive price, excellent service, small and bulk quantities available. Please contact: alvin@ruifuchem.com

Chemical Name Tris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) Chloride  
Synonyms RhCl(PPh3)3; Chlorotris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I); Wilkinson Catalyst; Wilkinson's Catalyst; Tris(triphenylphosphine)chlororhodium(I); Rhodium(I) tris(triphenylphosphine) Chloride
Stock Status In Stock, Commercial Production  
CAS Number 14694-95-2
Molecular Formula C54H45ClP3Rh
Molecular Weight 925.23 g/mol
Melting Point 245.0~250.0℃(dec.)   
Store Under Inert Gas Store Under Inert Gas
Sensitive Light Sensitive, Air Sensitive  
Water Solubility  Insoluble in Water 
Solubility (Soluble in) Benzene, Chloroform, Toluene, Dichloromethane. Very Slightly Methanol
Hydrolytic Sensitivity 4: No Reaction with Water Under Neutral Conditions
COA & MSDS Available
Place of Origin  Shanghai, China
Brand Ruifu Chemical
Items Specifications Results
Appearance Deep-Red Powder Deep-Red Powder
Purity / Analysis Method >98.0% (T) 99.6%
Rhodium (Rh) ≥10.9% (Gravimetr. After Reduction with Magnesium)  11.00%
Total Metallic Impurities  <1500ppm <1500ppm
Single Metallic Impurity <100ppm <100ppm
Infrared Spectrum   Conforms to Structure Conforms  
ICP Confirms Rhodium Component  Confirmed 
Conclusion  The product has been tested and complies with the given specifications  

Package: Vial, Bottle, Aluminium foil bag, or according to customer's requirement.
Storage Condition: Keep the container tightly closed and store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated warehouse away from incompatible substances. Keep away from sunshine; avoid fire; avoid moisture.
Shipping: Deliver to worldwide by air, by FedEx / DHL Express. Provide fast and reliable delivery. 

How to Purchase? Please contact Dr. Alvin Huang: sales@ruifuchem.com or alvin@ruifuchem.com 

15 Years Experience? We have more than 15 years of experience in the manufacture and export of a wide range of high quality pharmaceutical intermediates or fine chemicals.

Main Markets? Sell to domestic market, North America, Europe, India, Korea, Japanese, Australia, etc.

Advantages? Superior quality, affordable price, professional services and technical support, fast delivery.

Quality Assurance? Strict quality control system. Professional equipment for analysis include NMR, LC-MS, GC, HPLC, ICP-MS, UV, IR, OR, K.F, ROI, LOD, MP, Clarity, Solubility, Microbial limit test, etc.

Samples? Most products provide free samples for quality evaluation, shipping cost should be paid by customers.

Factory Audit? Factory audit welcome. Please make an appointment in advance.

MOQ? No MOQ. Small order is acceptable.

Delivery Time? If within stock, three days delivery guaranteed.

Transportation? By Express (FedEx, DHL), by Air, by Sea.

Documents? After sales service: COA, MOA, ROS, MSDS, etc. can be provided.

Custom Synthesis? Can provide custom synthesis services to best fit your research needs.

Payment Terms? Proforma invoice will be sent first after confirmation of order, enclosed our bank information. Payment by T/T (Telex Transfer), PayPal, Western Union, etc. 

Risk Codes R34 - Causes burns
R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Description S22 - Do not breathe dust.
S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection
S28A -
S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S15 - Keep away from heat.
S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.)
S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
UN IDs 1759
WGK Germany 1
FLUKA BRAND F CODES 8-10-23
TSCA Yes
HS Code 2843 9000.99

Tris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) Chloride (RhCl(PPh3)3; Wilkinson Catalyst) (CAS: 14694-95-2) is used in electronics, instruments, metallurgical and other industries, is also used in electroplating operations, the preparation of catalysts. Used to catalyze the hydrogenation of alkenes.
Reactions: A homogeneous hydrogenation catalyst which operates under mild conditions. Catalyst for the decarbonylation of aldehydes. Catalyst for regio- and stereoselective allylic substitution reactions. Alkyne hydro-phosphorylation Heck-type reaction with α,β-unsaturated esters. Alkyne arylation Allylic alcohol-olefin coupling. Terminal alkenes from ketones. Rh-catalyzed isomerization of α-aryl propargyl alcohols to indanones. Reductive deprotection of silyl groups.
Catalyst used for many organic reactions including: Chemoselective allylic alkylations; Stoichiometric activation of Si-H bonds and hydrosilylations; Inter- and intramolecular hydroacylation of alkenes along with a cocatalyst; Polymerization of diorganostannanes.