Description

N,N'-Bis[(Pyridin-2-Yl)Methyl]-1,2-Bis(2-Pyridyl)-1,2-Ethanediimine is a sophisticated multidentate nitrogen-containing ligand with significant utility in coordination chemistry. This compound is valued for its ability to form stable complexes with a wide range of transition metals, enabling precise control over catalytic and electronic properties. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of advanced material science, homogeneous catalysis, and pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: Serves as a key ligand in the development of catalysts for organic transformations, including cross-coupling and oxidation reactions.
• Material Science Research: Used in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers with tailored magnetic or optical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block or a metal-chelating agent in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed in the design of selective sensors and extraction agents for metal ions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for studying coordination chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and new catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N'-Bis[(Pyridin-2-Yl)Methyl]-1,2-Bis(2-Pyridyl)-1,2-Ethanediimine
CAS No.	100776-73-6
Molecular Formula	C26H22N6
Molecular Weight	418.50 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Bis(2-pyridylmethyl)-1,2-bis(2-pyridyl)ethylenediimine; 1,2-Bis(2-pyridyl)-N,N'-bis(pyridin-2-ylmethyl)ethane-1,2-diimine; BPMEN; N,N'-Bis(2-pyridylmethyl)ethylenediamine-N,N'-diacetic Acid Bis(2-pyridylmethyl) Ester Derivative; Tetrapyridyl Ligand; TPEN Analog; Multidentate Pyridine Ligand
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our N,N'-Bis[(Pyridin-2-Yl)Methyl]-1,2-Bis(2-Pyridyl)-1,2-Ethanediimine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and R&D documentation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light may lead to degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Elemental Analysis	Conforms to theoretical values
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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