Description

R,R-α,α'-Bis(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-[2,2'-Bipyridine]-6,6'-Dimethanol is a high-purity, chiral bipyridine derivative that serves as a sophisticated ligand and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to impart stereoselectivity and precise molecular control in catalytic and synthetic processes. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-performance chiral auxiliaries for developing novel active ingredients and materials.

Application

• As a chiral ligand in asymmetric catalysis for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Key building block in the development of advanced materials, such as chiral metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and sensors.
• Utilized in organometallic chemistry for constructing complexes with specific stereochemical properties.
• Research and development of novel agrochemicals requiring stereoselective synthesis pathways.
• Precursor for specialty polymers and ligands used in separation science and chromatography.
• Component in academic and industrial R&D focused on catalysis, supramolecular chemistry, and drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	R,R-α,α'-Bis(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-[2,2'-Bipyridine]-6,6'-Dimethanol
CAS No.	127049-50-7
Molecular Formula	C22H30N2O2
Molecular Weight	354.49 g/mol
Synonyms	(R,R)-6,6'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,2'-bis(tert-butyl)-4,4'-bipyridine; (R,R)-6,6'-Dimethyl-2,2'-di-tert-butyl-2,2'-bipyridine-6,6'-diol; (R,R)-DTB-BIPY-Diol; (R,R)-2,2'-Di-tert-butyl-6,6'-bis(hydroxymethyl)-4,4'-bipyridine; (R,R)-4,4'-Di-tert-butyl-2,2'-bipyridine-6,6'-dimethanol; Chiral DTB-Bipyridine Diol; (R,R)-BIPY-DTBDM
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Quality Control

Our R,R-α,α'-Bis(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-[2,2'-Bipyridine]-6,6'-Dimethanol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized and tested using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, NMR, and chiral analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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