The Ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1, 2-di-2-pyridinyl-, with the CAS registry number 1141-06-6, is also known as a-Pyridoin. It belongs to the product categories of C9 to C46; Heterocyclic Building Blocks; Pyridines. Its EINECS registry number is 214-526-5. This chemical's molecular formula is C₁₂H₁₀N₂O₂ and molecular weight is 214.22. What's more, its IUPAC name is 2-Hydroxy-1, 2-dipyridin-2-ylethanone. In addition, it must be stored in airtight containers and placed in a dry, cool place. Meanwhile, it should be kept away from oxidant.

Physical properties about Ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1, 2-di-2-pyridinyl- are: (1)ACD/LogP: -0.16; (2)# of Rule of 5 Violations: 0; (3)ACD/LogD (pH 5.5): -0.16; (4)ACD/LogD (pH 7.4): -0.16; (5)ACD/BCF (pH 5.5): 1; (6)ACD/BCF (pH 7.4): 1; (7)ACD/KOC (pH 5.5): 19.51; (8)ACD/KOC (pH 7.4): 19.54; (9)#H bond acceptors: 4; (10)#H bond donors: 1; (11)#Freely Rotating Bonds: 4; (12)Polar Surface Area: 52.08 Å²; (13)Index of Refraction: 1.62; (14)Molar Refractivity: 58.48 cm³; (15)Molar Volume: 166.3 cm³; (16)Polarizability: 23.18×10^-24 cm³; (17)Surface Tension: 62.7 dyne/cm; (18)Density: 1.287 g/cm³; (19)Flash Point: 188.2 °C; (20)Enthalpy of Vaporization: 67.15 kJ/mol; (21)Boiling Point: 387.6 °C at 760 mmHg; (22)Vapour Pressure: 1.06E-06 mmHg at 25 °C.

Preparation of Ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1, 2-di-2-pyridinyl-: this chemical is prepared by Pyridine-2-carbaldehyde by heating. This reaction needs reagent Potassium cyanide. Meanwhile, it needs solvents Ethanol and H₂O. The yield is about 80 %.

Uses of Ethanone, 2-hydroxy-1, 2-di-2-pyridinyl-: it is used to produce other chemicals. For example, it is used to produce Di-pyridin-2-yl-ethanedione. This reaction needs reagents NaOBr and HCl. Meanwhile, it needs solvents CH₂Cl₂ and H₂O. The reaction time is 5 hours with reaction temperature of 25 °C. The yield is about 93 %.

When you are using this chemical, please be cautious about it as the following:
As a chemical, it is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. In addition, this chemical may cause inflammation to the skin or other mucous membranes. During using it, wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

You can still convert the following datas into molecular structure:
(1) SMILES: O=C(c1ncccc1)C(O)c2ncccc2
(2) InChI: InChI=1/C12H10N2O2/c15-11(9-5-1-3-7-13-9)12(16)10-6-2-4-8-14-10/h1-8,11,15H
(3) InChIKey: ZKBDAJDDDOIASC-UHFFFAOYAS