2,6-Diphenylpyridine, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

2,6-Diphenylpyridine is used as a tridentate [C?N?C] dianionic ligand in organogold(III) chemistry, an intermediate. It readily adds an electron from alkali metals in THF to give a radical anion which is a powerful reducing agent.

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Applications
2,6-Diphenylpyridine is used as a tridentate [C∧N∧C] dianionic ligand in organogold(III) chemistry, an intermediate. It readily adds an electron from alkali metals in THF to give a radical anion which is a powerful reducing agent.

Solubility
Insoluble in water.

Notes
Store in a cool, dry place in tightly closed container. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.