Description

Bis(5-Bromo-2-Pyridyl) Selenide is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a central selenium atom bridged between two halogenated pyridine rings. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block and ligand precursor in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical innovators, and academic researchers developing novel catalysts, functional materials, and bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting selenium-containing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Used to synthesize novel selenium-based ligands for transition metal catalysis, enabling new reaction pathways in organic synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides where the selenium moiety can impart unique biological activity.
• Materials Science: Acts as a monomer or additive in the creation of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes to study selenium metabolism and selenoprotein function in biological systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Bis(5-Bromo-2-Pyridyl) Selenide
CAS No.	1220388-58-8
Molecular Formula	C10H6Br2N2Se
Molecular Weight	377.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Di(5-bromo-2-pyridyl) selenide; 5,5'-Dibromo-2,2'-dipyridyl selenide; Bis(5-bromopyridin-2-yl) selanane; 2,2'-Selenobis(5-bromopyridine); 5-Bromo-2-[(5-bromo-2-pyridinyl)selanyl]pyridine; 1,1'-Selenobis(5-bromo-2-pyridine); (5-Bromo-2-pyridyl) selenide dimer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(5-Bromo-2-Pyridyl) Selenide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications.

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 the container sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air. Handle and store in accordance with good laboratory practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Elemental Analysis (C, H, N)	Within theoretical ±0.4%

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