Description

[2,2'-Bipyridine]-4,4'-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized bipyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced materials science and coordination chemistry. Its value lies in the two carboxylic acid groups, which provide versatile sites for covalent attachment, metal chelation, and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, catalysis, and the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and sensors.

Application

• Ligand Synthesis: A key precursor for synthesizing polydentate ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and photoredox catalysis.
• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Serves as a versatile organic linker for constructing porous coordination polymers with tailored properties for gas storage, separation, and catalysis.
• Functional Materials: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), and other optoelectronic devices.
• Surface Modification: The carboxylic acid groups enable covalent grafting onto metal oxide surfaces (e.g., TiO2, ITO) for sensor fabrication and electrode functionalization.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a chelating agent in spectrophotometric analysis and as a component in electrochemical sensors.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a sophisticated synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	[2,2'-Bipyridine]-4,4'-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	117330-40-2
Molecular Formula	C12H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	244.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Dicarboxy-2,2'-bipyridine; 2,2'-Bipyridine-4,4'-dicarboxylic Acid; 4,4'-Bipyridinedicarboxylic Acid; DCP; Bpy-DCA; 4,4'-(2,2'-Bipyridine)-dicarboxylic Acid; 2,2'-Dipyridyl-4,4'-dicarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [2,2'-Bipyridine]-4,4'-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability, consistency, and compliance with your research and production specifications.

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). The product is stable under these conditions but should be kept away from strong acids and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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