Description

Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylpyridinio)Dichlorocuprate(II) is a coordination complex featuring a copper(II) center ligated by two chlorides and two 2,4,6-trimethylpyridinium cations. This compound matters as a specialized catalyst precursor and reagent in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research, offering unique reactivity profiles. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and academic research sectors for developing novel synthetic methodologies.

Application

• Catalyst precursor for cross-coupling and other transition metal-catalyzed organic reactions.
• Reagent in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and heterocyclic compounds.
• Research chemical for studying copper-mediated reaction mechanisms and coordination chemistry.
• Material science applications, including the preparation of copper-containing complexes for electronic or catalytic materials.
• Ligand exchange studies due to the presence of the substituted pyridinium moiety.
• Reference standard for analytical and spectroscopic calibration in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylpyridinio)Dichlorocuprate(II)
CAS No.	14430-03-6
Molecular Formula	C16H22Cl2CuN2
Molecular Weight	376.81 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2,4,6-trimethylpyridinium) tetrachlorocuprate(II); Copper(II) chloride complex with 2,4,6-collidine; Dichlorobis(2,4,6-trimethylpyridinium)copper(II); Tetrachlorocuprate(2-) bis(2,4,6-trimethylpyridinium); Collidinium tetrachlorocuprate(II); 2,4,6-Trimethylpyridinium tetrachlorocuprate(II); Cu(II)-Collidine Complex
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Quality Control

Our Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylpyridinio)Dichlorocuprate(II) is produced under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including spectroscopic and chromatographic analysis, to ensure compliance with research-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and assay results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to blue-green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cu content)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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