Description

2,2'-Bipyridine-4-Carbaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized bipyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its aldehyde functional group, which provides a reactive handle for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in coordination chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, materials science, and catalysis, where it is used to create ligands for metal complexes, organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and novel chemical sensors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create sophisticated chelating ligands for transition metal catalysts in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Materials Science: Building block for the development of organic semiconductors, electrochromic materials, and components for OLED devices.
• Chemical Sensing: Incorporated into molecular frameworks for the selective detection of metal ions or small molecules.
• Coordination Polymers & MOFs: Serves as a functional linker in the construction of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with tailored porosity and functionality.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2'-Bipyridine-4-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	146581-82-0
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2O
Molecular Weight	184.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formyl-2,2'-bipyridine; 2,2'-Bipyridine-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl-; 4-Carbaldehyde-2,2'-bipyridine; 4-Aldehyde-2,2'-bipyridine; Bipyridine-4-carbaldehyde; 2,2'-Dipyridyl-4-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2'-Bipyridine-4-Carbaldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, 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 guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

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). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

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.