MOF Ligands

Metal organic framework (MOF) ligands are vital connectors between metal centres and clusters, also known as nodes.

Our range of MOF materials are perfect for unlocking the possibilities of novel, functional applications in your research.

Key Features

• Our MOF ligands boast a rigid backbone with a variety of functional groups, including mono-, bi-, tri-, or tetra-carboxylic acids, hydroxyl groups, nitrogen-containing heterocyclic structures, or mixed functional groups. This diversity enables a wide range of applications.
• Each MOF ligand carries two sets of functional groups. One set binds to metals, forming the MOF structure. The other set engages in secondary reactivity, post-MOF formation, opening up endless possibilities in material functionality.
• The physical and chemical properties of the connectors play a decisive role in the properties of the resultant MOFs.

Browse MOF Ligands

Related categories: porous organic frameworks, COF ligands

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2,2′-Bipyridine-5,5′-dicarboxylic acid

CAS 1802-30-8

$143
From $72

Bicyclo(2.2.2)oct-7-ene-2,3,5,6-tetracarboxylic acid dianhydride (COeDA)

CAS 1719-83-1

From $143

Benzene-1,3,5-triyltriboronic acid

CAS 89641-21-4

$195
From $98

[3,3-Bipyridine]-6,6-dicarboxaldehyde

CAS 1264748-06-2

$193
From $97

Tris(4-ethynylphenyl)amine

CAS 189178-09-4

$195
From $98

4',4''',4'''''-nitrilotris(([1,1'-biphenyl]-3,5-dicarboxylic acid))

CAS 1347748-59-7

$130
From $65

2,6-Di(pyridin-4-yl)naphthalene

CAS 950520-39-5

$156
From $78

4,4'-(Benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)dibenzoic acid

CAS 1581774-76-6

$208
From $104

5,5’-(Pyridine-3,5-diyl)diisophthalic acid

CAS 1433029-60-7

$182
From $91

4,4'-(Ethyne-1,2-diyl)dibenzoic acid

CAS 16819-43-5

$182
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2-Amino-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4,4'-dicarboxylic acid

CAS 1240557-01-0

$143
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4'-(pyridin-4-yl)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid

CAS 1393711-96-0

$156
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2',5'-Dimethoxy[1,1':4',1''-terphenyl]-4,4''-dicarboxylic acid

CAS 1392416-19-1

$195
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[p-Terphenyl]-4,4''-dicarboxylic acid

CAS 13653-84-4

$91
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1,4-Di(4-pyridyl)benzene

CAS 113682-56-7

$182
From $91

1,1':4',1'':4'',1'''-Quarterphenyl-3,3''',5,5'''-tetracarboxylic acid

CAS 921619-91-2

$143
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Tetra(4-(4-pyridyl)phenyl)methane

CAS 1319736-15-6

$195
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[1,1':4',1''-Terphenyl]-2',3,3'',5,5',5''-hexacarboxylic acid

CAS 1542274-12-3

$143
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4,4',4'',4'''-(9H-Carbazole-1,3,6,8-tetrayl)tetrabenzoic acid

CAS 2097131-99-0

$195
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1,3,5-Tris(4′-carboxy[1,1′-biphenyl]-4-yl)benzene

CAS 911818-75-2

$234
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Diethyl 4,4′-(ethyne-1,2-diyl)dibenzoate

CAS 83536-13-4

$195
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2'-amino-1,1':4,1''-terphenyl-4,4''-dicarboxylic acid

CAS 1312703-28-8

$195
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2,4,6-Tris-(p-carboxyphenyl)pyrdin

CAS 107063-53-6

$195
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3,3′′,5,5′′-tetrakis(4-carboxyphenyl)-p-terphenyl

CAS 1816997-25-7

$195
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4,4'-(Anthracene-9,10-diylbis(ethyne-2,1-diyl))dibenzoic acid

CAS 1562777-29-0

$195
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2,2′-Bipyridine-4,4′-dicarboxylic acid

CAS 6813-38-3

$228
From $115

[1,1':4',1'':4'',1'''-Quaterphenyl]-4,4'''-dicarboxylic acid

CAS 143613-17-6

$195
From $98

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What are Metal Organic Frameworks?

Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) are a class of 3D materials that are made up of metals connected by organic linker compounds. Think of metals and organic compounds as building blocks that form structures. These structures come in a variety of shapes and sizes, ranging from 1D to 3D.

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How to Make Metal-Organic Frameworks

Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are made by connecting metal centers with organic linkers through coordination bonds. The process of creating MOFs plays a crucial role in crystal structure formation. This determines their properties and how well they perform in various applications.

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