Description

4',6,6''-Trimethyl-2,2':6',2''-Terpyridine is a specialized terpyridine derivative, a key ligand in coordination chemistry and materials science. Its value lies in its ability to form stable complexes with a wide range of transition metal ions, enabling precise control over electronic and photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, catalysis, and supramolecular chemistry, where it serves as a fundamental building block for advanced functional materials.

Application

• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: As a tridentate ligand for synthesizing transition metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis, including cross-coupling and oxidation reactions.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): A key component in the development of phosphorescent emitters and electron-transport materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Supramolecular Assemblies: Used to construct metallo-supramolecular polymers, grids, and cages with tunable structural and functional properties.
• Solar Energy Conversion: Incorporated into dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and other photoelectrochemical systems as a light-harvesting or charge-separating component.
• Molecular Sensors & Probes: Serves as a chelating agent in fluorescent or colorimetric sensors for detecting specific metal ions or anions.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated for its potential in medicinal chemistry, particularly in the design of metal-based therapeutic agents and diagnostic tools.
• Material Science Research: A fundamental reagent for developing novel magnetic materials, conductive polymers, and molecular machines.

Basic Information

Product Name	4',6,6''-Trimethyl-2,2':6',2''-Terpyridine
CAS No.	316800-48-3
Molecular Formula	C18H17N3
Molecular Weight	275.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2':6',2''-Terpyridine, 4',6,6''-trimethyl-; 4',6,6''-Trimethyl-2,2':6',2''-terpyridine; Trimethylterpyridine; 4',6,6''-Trimethyl-terpyridine; 2,6-Bis(6-methyl-2-pyridyl)-4-methylpyridine; 4-Methyl-2,6-di(6-methyl-2-pyridyl)pyridine; 4',6,6''-Trimethyl-[2,2':6',2'']terpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4',6,6''-Trimethyl-2,2':6',2''-Terpyridine is produced under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all relevant specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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