Synonyms: (4,4'-dtbbpy)NiCl2
Molecular Formula: C18H24Cl2N2Ni
Molecular Weight: 398.0
Linear Structural Formula: C18H24Cl2N2Ni
Melting Point: >300 C
Application: [4,4'-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,2'-bipyridine] nickel (II) dichloride can be used as a catalyst in:
•Decarboxylative arylation of oxo acids.
•Acylation of ethers.
•Cross-coupling of aryl bromides with alcohols.
Other Notes: Merging Photoredox and Nickel Catalysis: The Direct Synthesis of Ketones by the Decarboxylative Arylation of alpha-Oxo AcidsPhotocatalytic alpha-Acylation of Ethers