Description

1 2-Di-(4-Pyridyl)-1 2-Ethanediol CAS NO 6950-04-5 is a high-purity organic compound featuring a symmetrical diol structure with two 4-pyridyl substituents. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable versatile building block and key ligand precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in coordination chemistry, material science, and pharmaceutical development.

Application

• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor for the preparation of chiral and achiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and anti-infective pathways.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for functional organic materials, including polymers and liquid crystals, due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Coordination Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of complex transition metal complexes for catalytic applications and as model compounds in academic research.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a bifunctional intermediate for constructing more complex heterocyclic systems and dendrimers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1 2-Di-(4-Pyridyl)-1 2-Ethanediol
CAS No.	6950-04-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	216.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(4-pyridyl)-1,2-ethanediol; 1,2-Di(4-pyridyl)ethane-1,2-diol; 4,4'-(1,2-Dihydroxyethane-1,2-diyl)dipyridine; (Rac)-1,2-Bis(4-pyridyl)ethane-1,2-diol; (±)-1,2-Bis(4-pyridyl)ethane-1,2-diol; 1,2-Di(4-pyridyl)glycol; 4-Pyridylpinacol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1 2-Di-(4-Pyridyl)-1 2-Ethanediol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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.