Description

Bis(6-Methyl-2-Pyridyl)Ketone is a specialized organic compound featuring a central ketone group bridging two substituted pyridine rings. 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 novel catalysts and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex heterocyclic architectures.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the preparation of sophisticated polydentate ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its bio-active scaffold.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to study metal-ligand interactions and to synthesize coordination complexes with potential applications in materials and sensing.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for π-conjugated systems in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on nitrogen-containing heterocycles and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(6-Methyl-2-Pyridyl)Ketone
CAS No.	99765-49-8
Molecular Formula	C13H12N2O
Molecular Weight	212.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Di(6-methyl-2-pyridyl) ketone; 2,2'-Dimethyl-α,α'-dipyridyl ketone; 1,3-Bis(6-methylpyridin-2-yl)propan-1,3-dione (tautomer); Bis(6-methyl-2-pyridinyl)methanone; 2-Pyridinemethanone, 6-methyl-, dimer; Di-2-pyridyl ketone, 6,6'-dimethyl derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(6-Methyl-2-Pyridyl)Ketone is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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). Keep away from incompatible materials.

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.