Description

2,6-Bis(4-Pyridyl)Toluene is a specialized organic compound featuring a central toluene core symmetrically substituted with pyridyl groups, making it a valuable bidentate ligand and building block in coordination chemistry. Its molecular architecture is engineered to facilitate the construction of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), coordination polymers, and supramolecular assemblies with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in advanced materials science, pharmaceutical development, and catalysis who require precise molecular control for innovative applications.

Application

• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Synthesis: Serves as a key organic linker for constructing porous coordination polymers with applications in gas storage, separation, and sensing.
• Catalyst Ligand Design: Acts as a bidentate nitrogen-donor ligand in homogeneous catalysis for various organic transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: A fundamental building block for creating complex host-guest systems and molecular machines.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, luminescent materials, and nonlinear optical (NLO) materials.
• Chemical Sensing Platforms: Incorporated into sensor materials for the selective detection of metal ions or small molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Bis(4-Pyridyl)Toluene
CAS No.	865756-74-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₄N₂
Molecular Weight	246.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Di(4-pyridyl)toluene; 2,6-Bis(4-pyridinyl)toluene; 2,6-Di-4-pyridyltoluene; 1-Methyl-3,5-di(pyridin-4-yl)benzene; Toluene-2,6-diylbis(4-pyridine); 4,4'-(2,6-Dimethyl-1,3-phenylene)dipyridine; 2,6-Bis(pyridin-4-yl)toluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Bis(4-Pyridyl)Toluene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

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.