N,N'-Diisopropylcarbodiimide PurCert Secondary working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

PurCert Standard


Linear Formula:  C7H14N2
Molecular Weight:  126.2
CAS Number: 693-13-0

Properties

Assay Purity >= 99.5 %
B pt. 145-148 °C
Density 0.81 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H226 - H317 - H318 - H330 - H334
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29252990
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 3082

Description

Application
DIC is widely used in organic synthesis especially for peptide coupling reactions where it helps in forming amide bonds between amino acids. It is also used in the preparation of esters and other condensation reactions.

Purpose
The purpose of NN-diisopropylcarbodiimide is to activate carboxylic acids allowing efficient bond formation in chemical synthesis particularly in peptide and pharmaceutical production.

General Description
NN-Diisopropylcarbodiimide (DIC) is an organic compound with the formula C7H14N2. It is a colorless liquid commonly used as a dehydrating agent and belongs to the carbodiimide family.