Description

2-[Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Methyl]Pyridine is a versatile and highly sought-after organophosphorus ligand, known for its unique P,N-chelating properties. This compound is critical for facilitating a wide range of transition metal-catalyzed reactions, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules with high efficiency and selectivity. It is an essential raw material for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise control over catalytic processes.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: As a key ligand in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) for pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used in the development of chiral catalysts for the production of enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Polymerization Catalysts: A component in catalyst systems for olefin polymerization and other polymer synthesis processes.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other functional coordination polymers.
• Hydrofunctionalization Reactions: Catalyzes hydroamination, hydrophosphination, and hydrosilylation reactions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new catalytic methodologies and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Methyl]Pyridine
CAS No.	60398-55-2
Molecular Formula	C30H25NP2
Molecular Weight	461.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Diphenylphosphino)methyl]diphenylphosphinopyridine; 2-(Diphenylphosphinomethyl)diphenylphosphinopyridine; 2-[(Diphenylphosphino)methyl]-diphenylphosphanylpyridine; Pyridine, 2-[bis(diphenylphosphino)methyl]-; P,N-Chelating Ligand; (Pyridin-2-ylmethyl)bis(diphenylphosphine); Bidentate Phosphine Ligand
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-[Bis(Diphenylphosphino)Methyl]Pyridine adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
1H NMR	Conforms
31P NMR	Conforms

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