CAS: 158525-01-0

1,4-Bis(pyridin-4-ylethynyl)benzene is a type of acetylide. It is a molecular compound that can be characterized as an amine in which the nitrogen atom has been replaced by two ethynyl groups. The macrocyclic ring system is composed of four pyridine rings with six carbon atoms and one oxygen atom. 1,4-Bis(pyridin-4-ylethynyl)benzene has been shown to form monolayers at room temperature and high yield. This compound is characterized by its ability to act as a transport agent for other molecules and can be used for microscopy studies on the morphology of monolayers.

1,4-Bis(pyridin-4-ylethynyl)benzene