Description

4-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a key ligand and building block in coordination chemistry and materials science. Its value lies in its ability to chelate metal ions, forming stable complexes that are crucial for catalysis and advanced material synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and OLED materials industries, where precise molecular control is required.

Application

• As a ligand in transition metal catalysis for cross-coupling and other organic synthesis reactions.
• Building block for the synthesis of functionalized bipyridine derivatives used in supramolecular chemistry.
• Key precursor in the development of electroluminescent materials for OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) devices.
• Component in the preparation of ruthenium polypyridyl complexes for dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and photochemical studies.
• Used in pharmaceutical research for creating metal-based therapeutic agents and diagnostic probes.
• Employed in analytical chemistry as a chelating agent for metal ion detection and separation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	56100-19-7
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2,2'-dipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 4-methyl-; 4-Methylbipyridine; 4-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridyl; 4-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridinyl; 4-Methyl-2,2'-dipyridine; 4-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin; 4-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request 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 incompatible materials. This material 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.