Description

Pyridine, 4,4',4'',4'''-Methanetetrayltetrakis- is a specialized, multi-functional pyridine derivative characterized by a central methane carbon bonded to four pyridine rings. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate or ligand for constructing complex chemical frameworks in high-value research and manufacturing. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and material scientists working on catalysts, supramolecular chemistry, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination complexes for catalytic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic electronic materials, polymers, and dendrimers.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Functions as a multi-dentate ligand or structural component in palladium-catalyzed and other cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridine, 4,4',4'',4'''-Methanetetrayltetrakis-
CAS No.	946527-61-3
Molecular Formula	C25H20N4
Molecular Weight	376.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrakis(4-pyridyl)methane; Methanetetrayltetrakis(4-pyridine); 4,4',4'',4'''-Methanetetrayltetrapyridine; Tetrapyridylmethane; TPPM; (Pyridin-4-yl)methane; 1,1,1,1-Tetrakis(pyridin-4-yl)methane
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Quality Control

Our production of Pyridine, 4,4',4'',4'''-Methanetetrayltetrakis- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 compliant manufacturing principles for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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