Description

Diethyl 6,6'-Dicyano-2,2'-Bipyridine-4,4'-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity, functionalized bipyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced materials chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, featuring both cyano and ester functional groups, which makes it an excellent precursor for constructing complex ligands and coordination polymers. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photovoltaics, and catalysis, where precise molecular control is paramount for developing next-generation functional materials.

Application

• Ligand Synthesis: A key precursor for the preparation of sophisticated chelating ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Organic Semiconductor Materials: Serves as a core building block for electron-transport materials and n-type semiconductors in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Used in the synthesis of novel MOFs with tailored pore structures for gas storage, separation, and sensing applications.
• Photocatalysis & Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Functions as an integral component in the design of photosensitizers and electron-accepting materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of complex bioactive molecules and drug candidates.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating functional polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Analytical Chemistry & Sensors: Utilized in the development of fluorescent probes and chemosensors due to its tunable photophysical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 6,6'-Dicyano-2,2'-Bipyridine-4,4'-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	387869-03-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₁₆N₄O₄
Molecular Weight	400.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Diethoxycarbonyl-6,6'-dicyano-2,2'-bipyridine; 6,6'-Dicyano-2,2'-bipyridine-4,4'-dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 6,6'-Dicyanobipyridine-4,4'-dicarboxylate; 2,2'-Bipyridine-4,4'-dicarboxylic Acid, 6,6'-Dicyano-, Diethyl Ester; DCBP; DCN-BPY-DC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Diethyl 6,6'-Dicyano-2,2'-Bipyridine-4,4'-Dicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, typically exceeding 97% (HPLC). Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance processes.

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). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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