Description

1,3-Di(2-Pyridyl)-1,3-Propanedione is a high-purity diketone derivative featuring two pyridyl substituents, serving as a versatile and critical bidentate ligand and organic synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to chelate metal ions, forming stable complexes for advanced material science and catalysis research. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors developing novel coordination compounds, catalysts, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for the preparation of complex bidentate and multidentate ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), luminescent materials, and other functional coordination polymers.
• Catalyst Development: Employed in the research and preparation of novel transition metal catalysts for organic transformations.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be utilized as a chelating agent in spectrophotometric analysis or sensor development for metal ion detection.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Functions as an intermediate in the research and development of new active ingredients for crop protection.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Di(2-Pyridyl)-1,3-Propanedione
CAS No.	10198-89-7
Molecular Formula	C13H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	226.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(2-pyridyl)-1,3-propanedione; 2,2'-Pyridoylmethane; Di-2-pyridyl diketone; 1,3-Di(pyridin-2-yl)propane-1,3-dione; 2,2'-Dipyridyl Diketone; DPK; 1,3-Propanedione, 1,3-di-2-pyridinyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Di(2-Pyridyl)-1,3-Propanedione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.