Description

6-Bromo-4-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is a halogenated bipyridine derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical research and development. Its core value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides reactive handles for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the field of coordination chemistry and materials science. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise building blocks for catalysts, ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs targeting neurological or oncological pathways.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated nitrogen-donor ligands for transition metal catalysts in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Materials Science Research: A precursor for constructing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), covalent organic frameworks (COFs), and electroactive polymers.
• Agrochemical Development: Intermediate in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry: Serves as a chelating agent to form complexes with metals like ruthenium, iridium, and platinum for photophysical studies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic materials due to its electron-accepting and charge-transport properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-4-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine
CAS No.	913719-88-7
Molecular Formula	C11H9BrN2
Molecular Weight	249.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-6-bromo-2,2'-bipyridine; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 6-bromo-4-methyl-; 6-Bromo-4-methyl-2,2'-dipyridyl; 6-Bromo-4-methylbipyridine-2,2'-diyl; 6-Bromo-4-methyl-[2,2']bipyridinyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-4-Methyl-2,2'-Bipyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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.