Description

4-[2-(Trimethylsilyl)Ethynyl]-2,2'-Bipyridine is a specialized organosilicon-substituted bipyridine derivative, serving as a crucial ligand precursor and building block in advanced materials chemistry. Its molecular architecture, featuring a conjugated ethynyl bridge and a silyl-protecting group, makes it highly valuable for constructing complex molecular frameworks with tailored electronic and photophysical properties. This compound is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, catalysis, and coordination chemistry.

Application

• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysts: A key precursor for synthesizing sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis, including cross-coupling and polymerization reactions.
• Organic Semiconductor Materials: Serves as a building block in the development of novel conjugated polymers and small molecules for OLEDs, OFETs, and photovoltaic cells.
• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Used to construct functionalized linkers for MOFs with potential applications in gas storage, separation, and sensing.
• Photochemical and Electrochemical Research: Employed in the study of electron transfer processes and the creation of photoactive molecular assemblies.
• Surface Functionalization: The trimethylsilyl-protected alkyne group allows for controlled deposition and attachment to various surfaces under mild conditions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a specialized intermediate in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules and potential drug candidates.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[2-(Trimethylsilyl)Ethynyl]-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	146548-23-4
Molecular Formula	C15H18N2Si
Molecular Weight	254.41 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(Trimethylsilyl)ethynyl]-2,2'-bipyridine; 4-(2-Trimethylsilylethynyl)-2,2'-bipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 4-[2-(trimethylsilyl)ethynyl]-; 4-Ethynyl-2,2'-bipyridine trimethylsilyl derivative; TMS-ethynyl bipyridine; 4-TMS-ethynyl-2,2'-bipyridine; 4-((Trimethylsilyl)ethynyl)-2,2'-bipyridine
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Quality Control

Our 4-[2-(Trimethylsilyl)Ethynyl]-2,2'-Bipyridine is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure high purity and structural integrity, with methods including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your R&D and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

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.