Description

Dichloro(Pyridine)Copper is a versatile organometallic complex where copper(II) is coordinated by two chloride ligands and a pyridine molecule. This compound is valued for its role as a catalyst and precursor in advanced chemical synthesis, offering a source of copper in a stabilized, reactive form. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new materials and processes.

Application

• Catalyst precursor for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., C-N, C-O bond formation) in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
• Copper source in the preparation of other copper complexes and coordination polymers for material science research.
• Reagent in organic synthesis for chlorination or oxidation reactions facilitated by copper.
• Potential use as a catalyst in polymerization processes for creating specialized polymers.
• Component in research focused on modeling enzymatic active sites or studying copper-mediated biological processes.
• Starting material for depositing copper-containing thin films in electronic applications via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloro(Pyridine)Copper
CAS No.	14709-71-8
Molecular Formula	C5H5Cl2CuN
Molecular Weight	214.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper, dichloro(pyridine)-; Copper(II) chloride pyridine complex; Dichloropyridinecopper; Pyridinecopper(II) chloride; (Pyridine)dichlorocopper; Dichloro(monopyridine)copper; Copper dichloride pyridine adduct; CuCl2(py)
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Quality Control

Our Dichloro(Pyridine)Copper is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous standards required for research and industrial catalysis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, minimize exposure during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to blue-green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cu content)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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