Understanding Palladium Acetate from a User Perspective

The behavior of palladium acetate is reviewed with respect to its synthesis, characterization, structure (in both solution and solid state), and activation pathways. In addition, comparisons of catalytic activities between pure palladium acetate and two common byproducts, Pd-3(OAc)(5)(NO2) and polymeric [Pd(OAc)(2)](n), typically present in commercially available material are reviewed. Hence, this minireview serves as a concise guide for the users of palladium acetate from both academia and industry.