Description

2,4'-Bipyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized bipyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile ligand precursor and organic intermediate, enabling the development of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications ranging from catalyst design to the creation of novel metal-organic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological or oncological pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated chelating ligands for transition metal catalysis, essential in cross-coupling and asymmetric synthesis reactions.
• Material Science Research: A foundational component in developing novel coordination polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with tailored porosity and functionality.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in creating new generation herbicides and fungicides where the bipyridine core provides specific biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a versatile scaffold in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4'-Bipyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1214342-58-1
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	200.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Carboxy-2,4'-bipyridine; 2,4'-Bipyridine-4-carboxylic acid; 4-(Pyridin-4-yl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 4-Pyridin-4-ylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid; Bipyridine-4-carboxylic acid derivative; 2,4'-Dipyridyl-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-2,4'-dipyridyl
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4'-Bipyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC and NMR analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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