CAS 834881-87-7

[2,4′-Bipyridine]-5-carboxaldehyde

Description:

[2,4′-Bipyridine]-5-carboxaldehyde is an organic compound characterized by its bipyridine structure, which consists of two pyridine rings connected by a carbon-carbon bond. The presence of a carboxaldehyde functional group (-CHO) at the 5-position of one of the pyridine rings imparts distinct reactivity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses. This compound typically appears as a solid at room temperature and is soluble in polar organic solvents. It can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic additions and condensation reactions, due to the electrophilic nature of the aldehyde group. Additionally, [2,4′-Bipyridine]-5-carboxaldehyde can serve as a ligand in coordination chemistry, forming complexes with transition metals, which can be utilized in catalysis and materials science. Its unique structural features and functional groups make it a valuable compound in organic synthesis and research applications. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with any chemical substance.

Formula: C₁₁H₈N₂O

InChI: InChI=1S/C11H8N2O/c14-8-9-1-2-11(13-7-9)10-3-5-12-6-4-10/h1-8H

InChI key: InChIKey=GEINNMFZRYTRLI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(=O)C1=CC=C(N=C1)C=2C=CN=CC2

Synonyms:

• [2,4′-Bipyridine]-5-carbaldehyde
• [2,4′-Bipyridine]-5-carboxaldehyde