Description

4-Chloro-2,2'-Bipyridine is a versatile halogenated bipyridine derivative that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key building block for constructing complex ligands and functional materials, enabling precise molecular engineering. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors, particularly for developing catalysts, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: A key precursor for creating sophisticated nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science: Building block for the development of functional materials, including conductive polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and luminescent compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the synthesis of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to prepare chelating agents and study metal-ligand interactions in academic and industrial R&D.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for introducing the chlorinated bipyridine moiety into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	14162-94-8
Molecular Formula	C10H7ClN2
Molecular Weight	190.63 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2,2'-dipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 4-chloro-; 4-Chloro-2,2'-dipyridine; 4-Chloro-2,2'-bipyridyl; 4-Cl-2,2'-bpy; 4-Chloro-2,2'-bipy; 4-Chloro-2,2'-bipyridine (principal name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2,2'-Bipyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for research and industrial-grade materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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