Description

4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-Bipyridine 1-Oxide is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring a bipyridine core with methyl substituents and an N-oxide functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable ligand precursor and building block in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and coordination chemistry sectors for developing catalysts and functional materials.

Application

• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis for organic transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in complex molecule synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block in the development of novel crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating agent or a modified ligand in the formation of metal complexes for study or application.
• Materials Science: Incorporated into the design of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or functional polymers for specialized properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-Bipyridine 1-Oxide
CAS No.	81998-03-0
Molecular Formula	C12H12N2O
Molecular Weight	200.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-bipyridine N-oxide; 4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-dipyridyl 1-oxide; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 4,4'-dimethyl-, 1-oxide; 4,4'-Dimethyl-[2,2']bipyridinyl 1-oxide; 4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-bipyridyl N-oxide; 4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-bipyridine-1-oxide
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Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-Bipyridine 1-Oxide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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