Description

2,6-Bis((1H-Imidazol-1-yl)methyl)pyridine is a sophisticated heterocyclic organic compound featuring a central pyridine ring flanked by two imidazole-based arms, making it a versatile multidentate ligand. This molecular architecture is crucial for its primary function in coordinating to metal centers, forming stable complexes used in catalysis and materials science. It is an essential building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise molecular scaffolds for developing new catalysts, sensors, or active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Application

• Catalyst Ligand in Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key component in transition metal catalysis for cross-coupling, polymerization, and other organic transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metal-dependent enzymes or requiring specific chelation properties.
• Material Science & Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of functional polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Analytical Chemistry & Sensor Development: Acts as a chelating agent in the design of fluorescent probes and sensors for detecting metal ions.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized as a synthetic intermediate in the development of new crop protection agents.
• Coordination Chemistry Research: A fundamental reagent for academic and industrial research into the properties of novel metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Bis((1H-Imidazol-1-yl)methyl)pyridine
CAS No.	177428-70-5
Molecular Formula	C13H13N5
Molecular Weight	239.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Di(imidazol-1-ylmethyl)pyridine; 2,6-Bis(imidazol-1-ylmethyl)pyridine; 1,1'-(Pyridine-2,6-diyl)bis(N-methylmethanimine); 2,6-Bis[(1H-imidazol-1-yl)methyl]pyridine; 2,6-BIMPY; Di(1-imidazolylmethyl)-2,6-pyridine; 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol, 1,1'-di-1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Bis((1H-Imidazol-1-yl)methyl)pyridine is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

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.