Description

Pyridine, 4,4'-(1,4-Phenylene)Bis[2,6-Dimethyl- is a high-purity, specialized bipyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its rigid, conjugated structure, making it an essential ligand and precursor in the development of functional materials and catalysts. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Used as a chelating ligand in transition metal catalysis for cross-coupling and polymerization reactions, enhancing reaction selectivity and yield.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a core building block for electron-transport materials, emitters, and host materials in OLEDs and other optoelectronic devices.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Coordination Polymers & MOFs: Acts as a linker molecule in the construction of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers for gas storage and separation.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridine, 4,4'-(1,4-Phenylene)Bis[2,6-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	851868-26-3
Molecular Formula	C22H22N2
Molecular Weight	314.43 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethyl-4,4'-(1,4-phenylene)dipyridine; 4,4'-(1,4-Phenylene)bis(2,6-dimethylpyridine); 1,4-Bis(2,6-dimethyl-4-pyridyl)benzene; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-(4-(2,6-dimethylpyridin-4-yl)phenyl)pyridine; p-Phenylenebis(2,6-dimethyl-4-pyridine); DMPP; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pyridine, 4,4'-(1,4-Phenylene)Bis[2,6-Dimethyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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