Synthesis and electrochemistry of a series of cyclopentadienyl Ni N-heterocyclic carbene compounds

A series of CpNi(NHC) halide complexes are synthesized from Cp2Ni and the azolium halide. Their X-ray structures and electrochemistry are reported.

A series of CpNi(NHC) halide complexes are synthesized from Cp2Ni and the azolium halide; their X-ray structures and electrochemistry are reported.Figure optionsDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights
► A series of cyclopentadienyl Ni NHC complexes has been synthesized.
► The electrochemical analysis revealed rich oxidative responses.
►  Donating NHCs permit low-potential access to high oxidation states.