Description

1,1'-Bis(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-4,4'-Bipyridinium Dichloride is a specialized bipyridinium salt derivative, recognized for its role as a key intermediate and functional material in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its unique electronic and redox-active properties, which are leveraged in the development of novel materials and chemical sensors. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on electrochromic devices, organic electronics, and as a precursor for viologen-related compounds.

Application

• Electrochromic Materials: A critical component in the development of smart windows, displays, and mirrors due to its reversible color change upon redox reactions.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block or dopant in the synthesis of conductive polymers and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Sensing: Utilized in the fabrication of sensors for detecting specific anions or redox-active species based on its pronounced colorimetric response.
• Photocatalysis Research: Investigated as an electron acceptor or mediator in photocatalytic systems for energy conversion or organic transformations.
• Viologen Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for the synthesis of various substituted viologens with tailored properties for agricultural or material science applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in fundamental research to study electron transfer processes, molecular recognition, and the development of new functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Bis(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-4,4'-Bipyridinium Dichloride
CAS No.	41168-79-0
Molecular Formula	C24H14Cl2N6O8
Molecular Weight	601.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-4,4'-bipyridinium dichloride; 4,4'-Bipyridinium, 1,1'-bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-, dichloride; Diquat dinitrophenyl derivative; Viologen dinitrophenyl derivative; N,N'-Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-4,4'-bipyridinium dichloride; 1,1'-Di(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-4,4'-bipyridinium dichloride; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Bis(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)-4,4'-Bipyridinium Dichloride is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development purposes. While specific pharmacopeial standards (USP/EP) may not apply, our in-house specifications are designed to meet the rigorous demands of advanced material science. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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