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Molybdenum(VI) oxide bis(2,4-pentanedionate), 99%
Description
Forms a functional model compound for the study of oxotransferase molybdenum enzymes. Mild catalyst for the deprotection of acetals in high yield. Catalyzes high yield oxidation of secondary alcohols to ketones with sodium percarbonate and phase-transfer catalyst.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∼185°C (decomposition) |
Color | Yellow |
Physical Form | Powder |
Quantity | 10 g |
Formula Weight | 326.16 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Sensitivity | Air Sensitive |
Chemical Name or Material | Molybdenum (VI) oxide bis (2,4-pentanedionate) |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H302-H315-H319-H335 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H302-H315-H319-H335 Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P261-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P301+P312-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P330-P332+P313-P362-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 241-522-0 |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures; Store under Argon |
RUO – Research Use Only
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