Description

[4,4-Bipyridine]-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, functionalized bipyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, combining the chelating properties of the bipyridine core with the reactivity of the nitrile group, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing catalysts, ligands, and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for metal-chelating therapeutics and diagnostic agents.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing sophisticated polydentate ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with targeted modes of action.
• Materials Science: Used in the creation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), conductive polymers, and luminescent materials for electronic and optoelectronic applications.
• Chemical Research: Fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and supramolecular assemblies.

Basic Information

Product Name	[4,4-Bipyridine]-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	137787-08-7
Molecular Formula	C11H7N3
Molecular Weight	181.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-4,4'-bipyridine; 4,4'-Bipyridine-2-carbonitrile; 2-(4-Pyridyl)isonicotinonitrile; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 4,4'-bipyridinyl-2'-yl-; 4-(2-Cyanopyridin-4-yl)pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [4,4-Bipyridine]-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.