Description

6-Methyl-n-(6-Methyl-2-Pyridyl)Pyridin-2-Amine is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a bipyridine-like structure, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile ligand precursor and building block for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, particularly for developing catalysts and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used to synthesize chelating ligands for transition metal catalysts in fine chemical and polymer production.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new generation herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or additive in the creation of conductive polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and coordination chemistry.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to study metal-ligand interactions and develop new complexes with specific catalytic or photophysical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-n-(6-Methyl-2-Pyridyl)Pyridin-2-Amine
CAS No.	85895-80-3
Molecular Formula	C12H13N3
Molecular Weight	199.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Dimethyl-2,2'-Bipyridin-6-amine; 6-Amino-2,2'-dimethyl-2,2'-bipyridine; 6-Methyl-2-[(6-methylpyridin-2-yl)amino]pyridine; 6-Methyl-N-(6-methylpyridin-2-yl)pyridin-2-amine; 2,2'-Dimethyl-6,6'-diaminobipyridine (common misnomer); 6-(6-Methylpyridin-2-ylamino)-2-methylpyridine; 2-Methyl-6-[(6-methyl-2-pyridinyl)amino]pyridine; N-(6-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)-6-methyl-2-pyridinamine
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-n-(6-Methyl-2-Pyridyl)Pyridin-2-Amine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and scale-up applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.