| Purity / Analysis Method | >98.0%(GC)(T) |
| Molecular Formula / Molecular Weight | C10H8N2 = 156.19 |
| Physical State (20 deg.C) | Solid |
| Store Under Inert Gas | Store under inert gas |
| Condition to Avoid | Hygroscopic |
| CAS RN | 553-26-4 |
| PubChem Substance ID | 87563503 |
| Merck Index (14) | 3348 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00006416 |
4,4′-Bipyridine
Purity : >98.0%(GC)(T)
CAS No.: 553-26-4
EC No.: 209-036-3
EC Name: 4-pyridin-4-ylpyridine
ECHA Name: 4,4′-bipyridyl
Synonyms:
4,4′-Bipyridine
553-26-4
4,4′-Bipyridyl
4,4′-DIPYRIDYL
4-(4-Pyridyl)pyridine
Specification & Properties
Specifications:
| Appearance | White to Orange to Green powder to crystal |
| Purity(GC) | min. 98.0 % |
| Purity(Nonaqueous Titration) | min. 98.0 % |
| Solubility in Methanol | almost transparency |
| Melting point | 111.0 to 114.0 deg.C |
Properties:
| Melting Point | 112 deg.C |
| Boiling Point | 161 deg.C/20 mmHg |
| Maximum Absorption Wavelength | 300(CH3CN) nm |
| Solubility (soluble in) | Methanol |
Safety & Regulations
Safety Information:
| Chemical Safety |    |
| Signal Word | Danger |
| Hazard Statements | H301 + H311 : Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin. H371 : May cause damage to organs. H373 : May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. |
| Precautionary Statements | P501 : Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. P260 : Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P270 : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P264 : Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 : Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing. P308 + P311 : IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P361 + P364 : Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P301 + P310 + P330 : IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth. P302 + P352 + P312 : IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. P405 : Store locked up. |
Related Laws:
| RTECS# | DW1760000 |
Transport Information:
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
Hazard Classification:
Danger!
According to the classification provided by companies to ECHA in CLP notifications this substance
is toxic if swallowed,
is toxic in contact with skin,
is toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects,
causes serious eye irritation,
causes skin irritation and
may cause respiratory irritation.
