Description

6,6'-Dichloro-2,2'-Bipyridine is a high-value halogenated bipyridine derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and ligand precursor. Its core value lies in its ability to act as a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in coordination chemistry and materials science. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require a reliable source of high-purity, functionalized bipyridine chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting complex biological pathways.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a foundational structure for creating sophisticated polydentate ligands used in homogeneous catalysis, including cross-coupling and polymerization reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bipyridine core provides specific biological activity.
• Materials Science: Building block for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), photovoltaic materials, and conductive polymers due to its electron-accepting properties and structural rigidity.
• Coordination Chemistry: Direct use as a chelating ligand for transition metals (e.g., Ru, Ir, Pt) to form complexes for catalytic, luminescent, or electrochemical applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and the discovery of new chemical entities in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,6'-Dichloro-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	53344-72-2
Molecular Formula	C10H6Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	225.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Bipyridine, 6,6'-dichloro-; 6,6'-Dichloro-2,2'-dipyridyl; 6,6'-Dichloro-2,2'-bipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridyl, 6,6'-dichloro-; Dichlorobipyridine; DCBPY; 6,6'-Dichloro-[2,2']bipyridinyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6,6'-Dichloro-2,2'-Bipyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%

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