Description

Chromium, 2-Pyridin-2-Ylpyridine, Dihydrochloride is a coordination complex salt featuring a chromium center bound to a bipyridine-type ligand. This compound is valued for its role as a precursor or catalyst component in specialized chemical synthesis and materials research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fields of organometallic chemistry, catalysis, and advanced material science.

Application

• Catalysis Research: As a potential catalyst or catalyst precursor in oxidation reactions and other transition metal-catalyzed processes.
• Organic Synthesis: Serving as a reagent or intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Used in the development of novel coordination polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), or functional inorganic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key material for investigating chromium coordination chemistry and reaction mechanisms.
• Electrochemical Studies: Potential application in electrochemistry due to the redox-active nature of chromium.
• Ligand Exchange Studies: Useful for studying the kinetics and thermodynamics of ligand substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chromium, 2-Pyridin-2-Ylpyridine, Dihydrochloride
CAS No.	26154-79-0
Molecular Formula	C10H10Cl2CrN2 • xH2O (Contact for exact hydrate)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Chromium 2,2'-Bipyridine Dihydrochloride; Dichloro(2,2'-bipyridine)chromium(III) Chloride; Chromium(III) 2,2'-Bipyridyl Dihydrochloride; Cr(bpy)Cl2Cl; [Cr(2,2'-bipy)Cl2]Cl; 2,2'-Bipyridine chromium(III) chloride hydrochloride; Chromium dichloro(2,2'-bipyridine) chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Chromium, 2-Pyridin-2-Ylpyridine, Dihydrochloride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Solid (Color to be confirmed per batch)
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Chromium content)	≥95% (or as specified)
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	<20 ppm

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