Description
4,4′-Dimethoxy-2,2′-bipyridyl (CAS No. 17217-57-1) is a high-purity bipyridyl derivative with the molecular formula C12H12N2O2. This compound, also known as 4-methoxy-2-(4-methoxypyridin-2-yl)pyridine, is a versatile ligand and building block in coordination chemistry and material science. Its dimethoxy-substituted structure enhances electron-donating properties, making it valuable for catalytic applications, photochemical studies, and as a precursor in organic synthesis. Suitable for researchers and industrial scientists, this product is rigorously tested for purity and consistency, ensuring reliable performance in sensitive experiments. Available in various quantities to meet both laboratory and bulk requirements.
Properties
- CAS Number: 17217-57-1
- Complexity: 191
- IUPAC Name: 4-methoxy-2-(4-methoxy-2-pyridyl)pyridine
- InChI: InChI=1S/C12H12N2O2/c1-15-9-3-5-13-11(7-9)12-8-10(16-2)4-6-14-12/h3-8H,1-2H3
- InChI Key: IMEVSAIFJKKDAP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 216.089877630
- Molecular Formula: C12H12N2O2
- Molecular Weight: 216.24
- SMILES: COC1=CC(=NC=C1)C2=NC=CC(=C2)OC
- Topological: 44.2
- Monoisotopic Mass: 216.089877630
- Synonyms: 4,4′-Dimethoxy-2,2′-bipyridyl, 628-568-0, 4,4′-Dimethoxy-2,2′-bipyridine, 17217-57-1, 4-methoxy-2-(4-methoxypyridin-2-yl)pyridine, MFCD00233880, CHEMBL2205808, 4-4′-Dimethoxy-2-2′-bipyridine, 2,2′-Bipyridine, 4,4′-dimethoxy-, MeO-bpy, 4-methoxy-2-(4-methoxy-2-pyridyl)pyridine, YSWG817, SCHEMBL182529, DTXSID50370043, 4,4′-dimethoxy-2,2′- bipyridine, BDBM50401349, AKOS015851874, CS-W004762, FD04053, PB48138, AC-20760, DS-15216, SY038948, 4-4′-Dimethoxy-2-2′-bipyridine, 97%, D3886, ST50405823, 4,4/’-DIMETHOXY-2,2/’-BIPYRIDINE, 4-methoxy-2-(4-methoxy(2-pyridyl))pyridine, F11107, EN300-1589087, Z2044782163, 4,4 inverted exclamation mark -Dimethoxy-2,2 inverted exclamation mark -bipyridine
Application
4,4′-Dimethoxy-2,2′-bipyridyl is widely used as a ligand in transition metal catalysis, particularly in ruthenium-based photoredox catalysts for organic transformations. It serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials, including light-harvesting complexes and molecular devices. Researchers also employ it in electrochemical studies due to its redox-active properties and stability under varied conditions.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (97.7%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (97.7%)
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