Description

4,4'-Diphenyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the bipyridine ligand family. This compound matters for its role as a key building block and ligand in advanced materials science and catalysis research. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), photovoltaics, and coordination chemistry for creating novel metal complexes.

Application

• OLED and Photovoltaic Materials: Serves as a crucial electron-transport material and ligand in the synthesis of phosphorescent emitters for high-efficiency display and lighting technologies.
• Catalysis & Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a versatile chelating ligand for transition metals (e.g., Ru, Ir, Pt) to create catalysts for organic synthesis and photoredox reactions.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: Used in the construction of molecular machines, sensors, and complex self-assembled structures due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Analytical Reagents: Functions as a complexing agent in spectroscopic analysis and metal ion detection.
• Polymer Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart electro-optical properties or as a monomer for functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Diphenyl-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	6153-92-0
Molecular Formula	C22H16N2
Molecular Weight	308.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Diphenyl-2,2'-bipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 4,4'-diphenyl-; 4,4'-Diphenyl-2,2'-dipyridyl; 4,4'-Bis(phenyl)-2,2'-bipyridine; 4,4'-Diphenylbipyridine; DPPhen; 4,4'-DPBPY; 4,4'-Ph2bpy
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Diphenyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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