Description

(Z)-3,3'-Azobispyridine CAS NO 3986-53-6 is a specialized organic compound belonging to the azo-bridged bipyridine family. This chemical is valued for its unique structural configuration, which makes it a versatile intermediate and a potential initiator or ligand in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel materials, pharmaceuticals, and catalysts. Its defined stereochemistry offers precise control in synthetic pathways where molecular geometry is critical.

Application

• As a photoinitiator or thermal initiator in polymer chemistry and advanced material synthesis.
• As a key synthetic intermediate in the research and development of pharmaceutical active ingredients.
• As a ligand or building block for constructing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers.
• In academic and industrial research for studying azo compound reactivity and photochemistry.
• For the development of functional dyes and pigments with specific optical properties.
• As a specialty reagent in organic synthesis, particularly for cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-3,3'-Azobispyridine
CAS No.	3986-53-6
Molecular Formula	C10H8N4
Molecular Weight	184.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3'-Azobis(pyridine); (Z)-3,3'-Dipyridyldiazene; 3,3'-Azopyridine; (E)-3,3'-Azobispyridine (isomer); 3-Pyridyldiazenylpyridine; Azobis(3-pyridyl); Diazenediylbis(3-pyridine); Bipyridine-3,3'-diazene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Z)-3,3'-Azobispyridine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.