CAS Number:23936-60-9

Molecular Formula:C6H16P2

Formula Weight:150.14

Color and Form:colorless liq.

assay : 97%

boiling point:180 °C (356 °F) - lit

Precautions for safe handling:

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.

Use explosion-proof equipment.Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Take measures to prevent the build up

of electrostatic charge.

Conditions for safe storage:

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.

Air sensitive. Handle and store under inert gas

Application

1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane (dmpe) may be employed as ligand in the preparation of cis-arylmethyl(dmpe) nickel(II) complexes.

General description

1,2-Bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane (dmpe) is a polydentate phosphine ligand. Synthesis of 1,2-bis(dimethylphosphino)ethane has been reported.It reacts with ZrCl2 to afford ZrCl4(dmpe)2 complexes.

Hazard statement(s):

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.

H315 Causes skin irritation.

H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

H335 May cause respiratory irritation.