[1,2-Bis(diphenyphosphino)ethane]dichlorocobalt(II)

Synonym(s):Dichloro[ethylenebis[diphenylphosphine]]cobalt

CAS NO.：18498-01-6
Empirical Formula: C26H26Cl2CoP2
Molecular Weight: 530.27
MDL number: MFCD00134173
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-01-13 11:16:45

[1,2-Bis(diphenyphosphino)ethane]dichlorocobalt(II) Structural

What is [1,2-Bis(diphenyphosphino)ethane]dichlorocobalt(II)?

The Uses of [1,2-Bis(diphenyphosphino)ethane]dichlorocobalt(II)

Dichloro[bis(1,2-diphenylphosphino)ethane]cobalt(II) is used as a catalyst for regio- and stereoselective intermolecular enzyme coupling, cross-coupling reactions of alkyl halides with aryl Grignard reagents, hydrovinylation of styrene, tandem radical cyclization and cross-coupling, dimethylation, hydrodechlorination and addition reactions.

Properties of [1,2-Bis(diphenyphosphino)ethane]dichlorocobalt(II)

Melting point:	260 °C (dec.)(lit.)
storage temp.	under inert gas (nitrogen or Argon) at 2-8°C
form	Powder
color	green
Water Solubility	Insoluble in water.
Sensitive	Hygroscopic

Safety information for [1,2-Bis(diphenyphosphino)ethane]dichlorocobalt(II)

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H312:Acute toxicity,dermal H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H332:Acute toxicity,inhalation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P304+P340:IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P405:Store locked up.