Description

1,3-Bis(4-Carboxypyridin-2-Yl)Benzene is a high-purity organic building block featuring a central benzene ring symmetrically substituted with two pyridine-2-carboxylic acid moieties. This compound is valued for its rigid, multi-dentate structure, making it a critical precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials and coordination polymers. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Synthesis: Serves as a versatile organic linker or ligand for constructing porous coordination polymers with potential applications in gas storage, separation, and catalysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its functionalized pyridine and carboxylic acid groups.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating agent for various metal ions, useful in creating catalysts or functional complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, sensors, and luminescent compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a key building block for synthesizing more complex heterocyclic compounds and dendrimers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Bis(4-Carboxypyridin-2-Yl)Benzene
CAS No.	100004-93-1
Molecular Formula	C20H14N2O4
Molecular Weight	346.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-(1,3-Phenylene)bis(4-pyridinecarboxylic acid); 1,3-Phenylenebis(2-pyridine-4-carboxylic acid); 1,3-Bis(4-carboxy-2-pyridyl)benzene; 4,4'-(1,3-Phenylenedi-2,1-pyridinediyl)dibenzoic acid; BCPB linker; BCPB acid
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Bis(4-Carboxypyridin-2-Yl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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