Description

[2,2'-Bipyridine]-5,5'-Dimethanol is a high-purity, functionalized bipyridine derivative serving as a versatile bidentate ligand and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to chelate metal ions and undergo further chemical modifications, making it indispensable for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is critically needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications ranging from catalysis to the development of functional polymers and sensors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for metal-based therapeutics and diagnostic agents.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated ligands for homogeneous catalysis, including cross-coupling, hydrogenation, and oxidation reactions critical in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a surface modifier to create functional materials with specific optical, electronic, or mechanical properties.
• Coordination Chemistry & Chelation: Acts as a robust chelating agent for transition metals, forming stable complexes used in research and industrial processes.
• Sensor Development: Utilized in the construction of chemical sensors and probes due to its metal-binding affinity and potential for fluorescence signaling.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new crop protection agents with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	[2,2'-Bipyridine]-5,5'-Dimethanol
CAS No.	63361-65-9
Molecular Formula	C12H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	216.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,2'-bipyridine; 5,5'-Dihydroxymethyl-2,2'-bipyridyl; 2,2'-Bipyridine-5,5'-dimethanol; 5,5'-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,2'-bipyridine; Bipyridine-5,5'-dimethanol; 5,5'-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,2'-dipyridyl; Ligand precursor L1 (context-specific)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [2,2'-Bipyridine]-5,5'-Dimethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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