2,2′-Bipyridine CAS No. 366-18-7

Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-20

 2,2′-Bipyridine

CAS No.: 366-18-7 | EC No.: 206-674-4
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₈N₂ | Molecular Weight: 156.18 g/mol


1. Basic Properties

Parameter Specification
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder
Purity ≥99.0% (HPLC)
Melting Point 70-73°C
Boiling Point 273°C
Solubility Soluble in ethanol, ether, benzene, chloroform, petroleum ether
Stability Stable; incompatible with strong oxidizers/metals

2. Key Advantages

✔ Electroplating Additive:

  • Controls Cu deposition rate (0.01-0.05 g/L optimal)
  • Prevents Cu₂O formation (with K₄[Fe(CN)₆])
    ✔ Analytical Reagent:
  • Detects Fe²⁺/Ag⁺/Cd²⁺/Mo (red complex with Fe²⁺, LOD: 0.1 ppm)
    ✔ Pharmaceutical: Intermediate for metal-catalyzed reactions

3. Safety & Handling

Hazard Code Precaution
H302 Harmful if swallowed
Storage Dry, inert atmosphere, <30°C
Handling Use nitrile gloves, avoid dust inhalation

4. Packaging & Logistics

  • Standard: 25 kg/drum (cardboard)
  • Custom: R&D samples (1 kg/5 kg)
  • Transport: Non-hazardous (normal conditions)

Synonyms:
2,2′-Dipyridine | 2,2′-Bipyridyl | α,α’-Dipyridyl