Thermo/Anion Dual-Responsive Supramolecular Organoplatinum–Crown Ether Complex

Stimuli-responsive complexes have attracted significant interest in supramolecular chemistry and material science. In this study, a new organoplatinum–crown supramolecular complex has been successfully constructed via the coordination of benzo-21-crown-7 (B21C7) units and cis-Pt(PEt3)2(OTf)2. The resulting complex displays intriguing lower critical solution temperature (LCST) and anion-sensitive deassembly behavior. This organoplatinum–crown ether complex with dual-responsive behavior is a promising candidate for stimuli-responsive materials.