Description

4-(2,2':6',2''-Terpyridin-4'-Yl)Benzaldehyde is a specialized organic building block featuring a terpyridine core functionalized with a benzaldehyde group. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the synthesis of advanced coordination complexes and functional materials. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of supramolecular chemistry, materials science, and the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), sensors, and optoelectronic devices.

Application

• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a versatile tridentate ligand for constructing complexes with transition metals (e.g., Ru, Fe, Zn) for catalysis and photophysical studies.
• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Acts as a functionalized linker molecule to create MOFs with tailored porosity and chemical functionality for gas storage, separation, or catalysis.
• Supramolecular Assemblies: Used in the bottom-up construction of discrete molecular cages, polymers, and nanostructures via metal-directed self-assembly.
• Optoelectronic Materials: A precursor for dyes and photoactive components in applications such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).
• Chemical Sensors: The terpyridine moiety provides metal-binding sites useful in the design of luminescent or colorimetric sensors for metal ion detection.
• Surface Functionalization: The aldehyde group allows for covalent attachment to surfaces or other molecules, enabling the creation of functionalized interfaces for nanotechnology.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated as a scaffold in medicinal chemistry for developing metal-based therapeutic agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for fundamental research in inorganic and materials chemistry across global laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2,2':6',2''-Terpyridin-4'-Yl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	138253-30-2
Molecular Formula	C22H15N3O
Molecular Weight	337.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-(4-Formylphenyl)-2,2':6',2''-terpyridine; 4-(2,2':6',2''-Terpyridin-4'-yl)benzaldehyde; 4-Formylphenylterpyridine; 4'-p-Formylphenyl-2,2':6',2''-terpyridine; 4-(4-Formylphenyl)-2,6-di(2-pyridyl)pyridine; 4'-(4-Aldehydophenyl)-2,2':6',2''-terpyridine; TPY-CHO; 4'-Benzaldehyde-terpyridine
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Quality Control

Our 4-(2,2':6',2''-Terpyridin-4'-Yl)Benzaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure high chemical integrity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your research and quality assurance processes.

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 sensitivity, the material should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent oxidation. Keep the container tightly sealed in a desiccator to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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