Description

4,4'-Dinitro-2,2'-Bipyridine is a high-purity, functionalized bipyridine derivative characterized by its two nitro groups in the para positions. This compound serves as a critical precursor and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles and functional ligands. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors who require specialized intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or acting as chelating agents.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of sophisticated polydentate ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its nitro and bipyridine functionalities.
• Materials Science: Building block for creating organic electronic materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Research: Fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying nitro group reduction and heterocyclic coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Dinitro-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	18511-72-3
Molecular Formula	C10H6N4O4
Molecular Weight	246.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Dinitro-2,2'-dipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 4,4'-dinitro-; 4,4'-Dinitrobipyridine; DNBPY; 4,4'-Dinitro-2,2'-bipyridyl; 4,4'-Dinitro-[2,2']bipyridinyl; 4,4'-Dinitro-2,2'-bipyridyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4,4'-Dinitro-2,2'-Bipyridine is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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%

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