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4-4′-Dimethoxy-2-2′-bipyridine (CAS 17217-57-1)

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Application:
4-4′-Dimethoxy-2-2′-bipyridine is a ligand for greener oxidation of alcohols under aerobic conditions
CAS Number:
17217-57-1
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
216.24
Molecular Formula:
C12H12N2O2
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4,4′-Dimethoxy-2,2′-bipyridine is a compound that plays an important role in coordination chemistry and is frequently used as a ligand in the synthesis of metal complexes. Its bipyridine backbone and methoxy substituents allow it to bind to metal ions, forming chelates that are essential in catalysis research. The compound is often studied for its electronic properties and how these influence the reactivity and stability of the complexes it forms. In the field of materials science, 4,4′-Dimethoxy-2,2′-bipyridine is explored for its potential in the development of new materials with desirable optical and electronic characteristics, such as those used in photovoltaic cells or light-emitting devices. Additionally, this compound is used in studies aiming to understand the mechanisms of electron transfer in chemical systems, which is fundamental to the design of efficient catalysts.


4-4′-Dimethoxy-2-2′-bipyridine (CAS 17217-57-1) References

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4-4′-Dimethoxy-2-2′-bipyridine, 5 g

sc-254590
5 g
$216.00