Description

5,5'-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-Bipyridine is a high-value, fluorinated bipyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced material science and catalysis. Its core value lies in the unique electronic and steric properties imparted by the trifluoromethyl groups, which are essential for tuning the performance of metal complexes and organic frameworks. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and OLED materials industries for developing novel ligands, catalysts, and functional materials.

Application

• As a key ligand precursor for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling and other organic synthesis reactions.
• In the research and development of phosphorescent materials and emitters for Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs).
• As a sophisticated building block in medicinal chemistry for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• For the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers with tailored properties for gas storage or separation.
• In the synthesis of agrochemical intermediates, where the fluorine atoms can enhance biological activity and stability.
• As a research chemical in academic and industrial laboratories studying electron-deficient nitrogen-containing heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5'-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	142946-80-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₆F₆N₂
Molecular Weight	292.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5'-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-bipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 5,5'-bis(trifluoromethyl)-; 5,5'-Di(trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-bipyridine; 5,5'-(Trifluoromethyl)₂-2,2'-bipyridine; BTBP; 5,5'-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-dipyridyl; 5,5'-Bis(trifluoromethyl)-[2,2']bipyridinyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,5'-Bis(Trifluoromethyl)-2,2'-Bipyridine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.