
Catalog Number	AR00F5KB
Chemical Name	6-Phenyl-2,2'-bipyridine
CAS Number	61633-06-5
Molecular Formula	C16H12N2
Molecular Weight	232.27988000000002
MDL Number	MFCD28053905
SMILES	c1ccc(cc1)c1cccc(n1)c1ccccn1

2,2'-Bipyridine, 6-phenyl- is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis as a complexing ligand. It has the ability to selectively bind to various metal ions, making it a valuable tool in coordination chemistry. This compound is particularly useful in catalysis, where it can facilitate a range of reactions by coordinating with metal catalysts. Additionally, 2,2'-Bipyridine, 6-phenyl- plays a crucial role in the preparation of coordination polymers and metal-organic frameworks, where its coordination capabilities contribute to the structural diversity and properties of the resulting materials. Its unique structure and reactivity make it a valuable building block in the synthesis of novel compounds and materials for a wide range of applications in the field of chemistry.