CAS 12108-13-3 Orange-Brown Liquid 62% MMT Fuel Additive Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl

Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (commonly referred to as MMT) is an organometallic compound with the chemical formula C₈H₈MnO₃. It is a liquid or solid, orange-brown in color, and exhibits a characteristic odor.

Description:
Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl is a complex compound that consists of a manganese atom bonded to three carbon monoxide ligands and a cyclopentadienyl (Cp) ring with a methyl group attached. It is typically produced by the reaction of cyclopentadienyl sodium with manganese carbonyl compounds. MMT is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.

Data Sheet:

• Chemical Name: Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
• Chemical Formula: C₈H₈MnO₃
• Molecular Weight: 218.09 g/mol
• Appearance: Liquid or solid (depending on temperature)
• Color: Orange-brown
• Odor: Characteristic
• Melting Point: Approximately -43 to -40 °C (-45 to -40 °F)
• Boiling Point: Approximately 140 to 144 °C (284 to 291 °F)
• Flash Point: Approximately 42 °C (108 °F)
• Density: Approximately 1.47 g/cm³

Features:

1. Manganese Source: MMT serves as a source of manganese, a transition metal that exhibits various catalytic properties.
2. Stability: Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl is stable under normal conditions and can withstand high temperatures without decomposition.
3. Combustibility: MMT is a flammable compound and should be handled with caution around ignition sources.
4. Low Volatility: Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl has low volatility, reducing the risk of significant vapor release during normal handling and storage.

Applications:

1. Fuel Additive: Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl is primarily used as an octane enhancer in gasoline. It acts as an antiknock agent, reducing engine knocking or pinging and improving fuel efficiency.
2. Lubricant Additive: MMT is sometimes employed as an additive in lubricants and engine oils to enhance their anti-wear and anti-friction properties.
3. Catalyst: Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl can function as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in various chemical reactions, including polymerization and organic synthesis processes.
4. Research and Development: MMT is utilized in laboratories and research settings as a source of manganese for the synthesis of other manganese-containing compounds.
5. Industrial Applications: Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl finds limited use in certain industrial applications, such as the production of specialty chemicals and metal surface treatments.

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