Nickelocene

Name:
Nickelocene
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	dicyclopentadienylnickel
M Formula:	(C5H5)2Ni
Properties:
Dark-green crystals. Mp 171–173C. Soluble in most organic solvents; insoluble in water. Decomposes in acetone, alcohol, and ether; highly reactive compound that decomposes rapidly in air.
Hazard:
Toxic by inhalation and skin contact, a carcinogen (OSHA).
Use:
Catalyst, complexing agent.

See Metallocene.