4,4′-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,2′-bipyridine (CAS 109073-77-0)
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BHMB, short for 4,4′-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,2′-bipyridine, is a versatile organic compound extensively employed in scientific research. It falls under the category of heterocyclic compounds, consisting of two pyridine rings connected by two methylene bridges. 4,4′-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,2′-bipyridine is a colorless, odorless crystalline solid characterized by a melting point ranging from 174 to 177°C and a boiling point of 289 to 290°C. It exhibits solubility in methanol and ethanol, while being slightly soluble in water. This compound finds broad utilization in both organic and inorganic chemistry, particularly in the domains of catalysis, ligand exchange, and coordination chemistry. Within scientific research, 4,4′-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,2′-bipyridine acts as a ligand in coordination compounds and catalysts, prominently featuring in catalysts involving metals such as palladium, rhodium, and nickel.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4,4′-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,2′-bipyridine, 1 g | sc-486771 | 1 g | $310.00 |