Description

6-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is a specialized 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 developing advanced catalysts and functional materials. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and OLED materials industries, where precise molecular control is required.

Application

• Catalyst Ligand: A critical component in the synthesis of transition metal catalysts for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and polymerization processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in metal-based therapeutics.
• Materials Science: Serves as a building block for constructing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other supramolecular architectures with tailored properties.
• Electroluminescent Materials: A key precursor in the synthesis of ligands for phosphorescent emitters used in Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs).
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a chelating agent in spectroscopic analysis and sensor development for metal ion detection.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the development of novel crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	56100-22-2
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Bipyridine, 6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-2,2'-dipyridyl; 6-Methylbipyridyl-2,2'; 2-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)pyridine; 6-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridyl, 6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin; 6-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. This 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.