Description

Nickel, (2,2'-Bipyridine-κn1,κn1')Dichloro-, (Sp-4-2)- is a well-defined organometallic coordination compound featuring a nickel(II) center complexed with a 2,2'-bipyridine ligand and two chloride ions. This compound matters as a versatile and highly pure precursor for advanced materials science and catalysis research, offering a reliable source of nickel in a specific, stable coordination geometry. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of homogeneous catalysis, organic synthesis, and the development of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and functional materials.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in cross-coupling reactions, hydrogenation, and polymerization processes.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and fine chemicals.
• Materials Science Research: Used as a building block for the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), coordination polymers, and other functional materials.
• Electrochemical Studies: Employed in the development of electrocatalysts for energy conversion and storage applications, such as fuel cells and batteries.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental compound for studying reaction mechanisms, ligand effects, and the properties of nickel complexes.
• Photocatalysis: Investigated for use in light-driven chemical transformations due to the photophysical properties of bipyridine-metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nickel, (2,2'-Bipyridine-κn1,κn1')Dichloro-, (Sp-4-2)-
CAS No.	22775-90-2
Molecular Formula	C10H8Cl2N2Ni
Molecular Weight	301.79 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloro(2,2'-bipyridine)nickel(II); Nickel(II) 2,2'-bipyridine dichloride; Bis(2,2'-bipyridine)nickel(II) chloride (Note: This is a different bis-complex); [Ni(bpy)Cl2]; Ni(bpy)Cl2; (2,2'-Bipyridine)dichloronickel(II); Nickel dichloride bipyridine complex; NSC 163049
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Quality Control

Our Nickel, (2,2'-Bipyridine-κn1,κn1')Dichloro-, (Sp-4-2)- is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including spectroscopic and chromatographic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available upon request to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ni content)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMF, DMSO; slightly soluble in methanol

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