Redox Modification of a Ferrocenylimine Ligands for Iron III-CrCl2 Catalysis in Ethylene Polymerization

Cyril Revault, Audrey Cabrol, Olivier Lavastre

Abstract: This study explores the redox modification of ferrocenylimines using iodine to develop a novel Iron III-CrCl2-based catalyst. This catalyst demonstrates exceptional activity in ethylene polymerization under mild conditions, achieving 2.6 tons of polyethylene per mol of catalyst per hour. Electrochemical studies reveal unexpected modifications to the ligand structure, diverging from simple reversible redox processes. These findings open new avenues for designing advanced polymerization catalysts with enhanced efficiency.

Keywords: ethylene polymerization, redox active ligand, ferrocenylimine, Iron III-CrCl2, catalysis

How to Cite?: Cyril Revault, Audrey Cabrol, Olivier Lavastre, "Redox Modification of a Ferrocenylimine Ligands for Iron III-CrCl2 Catalysis in Ethylene Polymerization", Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 370-373, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR241202193104, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR241202193104