Description

Osmium Tetroxide-2,2'-Bipyridine CAS NO 63642-63-7 is a coordination complex formed between osmium tetroxide and 2,2'-bipyridine, primarily utilized as a highly effective and selective catalyst and oxidizing agent. This compound is valued for its ability to facilitate challenging oxidation reactions under mild conditions, offering superior control and specificity compared to the parent osmium tetroxide. It is a critical reagent for research and development in organic synthesis, materials science, and specialized chemical manufacturing processes where precise oxidative transformations are required.

Application

• Asymmetric Dihydroxylation (AD) Catalyst: A key catalyst for the enantioselective synthesis of vicinal diols from olefins, crucial in pharmaceutical intermediate production.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used for the selective oxidation of alkenes, alkynes, and other functional groups in complex molecule construction.
• Polymer and Materials Science: Employed in the surface modification of polymers and the synthesis of advanced conductive or catalytic materials.
• Electron Microscopy Staining: Serves as a staining agent for biological tissues and polymers in electron microscopy, though the bipyridine complex offers different solubility and staining characteristics.
• Ligand for Metal Complexes: Acts as a precursor or model compound for developing other osmium-based catalysts and coordination complexes.
• Research & Development: An essential tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodology development and investigating new oxidative pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Osmium Tetroxide-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	63642-63-7
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O4Os
Molecular Weight	394.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Osmium(VIII) Oxide-2,2'-Bipyridine Adduct; OsO4·Bipyridine; Osmium Tetroxide Bipyridyl Complex; 2,2'-Bipyridine Osmium Tetroxide; Bipyridine Osmium Tetroxide; OsO4-Bipy Complex; (2,2'-Bipyridine-N,N')dioxoosmium; Dioxo(2,2'-bipyridine-N,N')osmium
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Quality Control

Our Osmium Tetroxide-2,2'-Bipyridine is manufactured under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration or HPLC, identification by FT-IR, and analysis for residual solvents and heavy metals. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 properties as a strong oxidizer and high volatility, it must be kept away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as reducing agents and organic compounds. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to dark brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (OsO4·Bipyridine)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., DCM, THF)

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