Jonas Peters - Pasadena CA, US John Thomas - Pasadena CA, US Connie Lu - Pasadena CA, US Theodore Betley - Pasadena CA, US
International Classification:
C07F009/02 C07F005/02
US Classification:
556/007000, 564/008000, 568/002000
Abstract:
This invention provides an anionic borate ligand, and its synthesis. Zwitterionic complexes formed by the ligand and a metal, and Group 9 and 10 metals in particular, are described. Uses of the complexes in stoichiometric and catalytic reaction chemistry are also provided.