Description

4,4'-Dimethyl-6,6'-Diacetyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is a specialized bipyridine derivative featuring acetyl and methyl functional groups. This compound is valued as a key organic ligand and synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. It is primarily required by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and coordination chemistry sectors for developing novel catalysts and functional materials.

Application

• Ligand for Transition Metal Catalysts: Used in the synthesis of complexes for catalytic reactions, including cross-coupling and oxidation processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Materials Science Research: A precursor for developing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other functional coordination polymers.
• Photocatalyst Development: Investigated for use in light-driven catalytic systems due to its bipyridine core.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be utilized as a chelating agent in spectroscopic analysis and sensor development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Dimethyl-6,6'-Diacetyl-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	117873-75-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	268.31 g/mol
Synonyms	6,6'-Diacetyl-4,4'-dimethyl-2,2'-bipyridine; 4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-bipyridine-6,6'-diyl)diethanone; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 4,4'-dimethyl-6,6'-diacetyl-; 6,6'-Diacetyl-4,4'-dimethylbipyridine; DADMBP; 4,4'-Dimethyl-6,6'-bis(acetyl)-2,2'-bipyridyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Dimethyl-6,6'-Diacetyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, minimize exposure during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.