Compound Q&A
What is Diisopropyl Azodicarboxylate (DIAD) (CAS: 2446-83-5)?
Answer
Diisopropyl Azodicarboxylate (DIAD), with the CAS number 2446-83-5, is a colorless liquid used extensively in organic synthesis. Its chemical formula is C8H17NO4, and it exhibits strong oxidizing properties. DIAD is known for its reactivity and is commonly employed as an acylating agent in chemical reactions, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry for drug development and functional group modification.
About
CAS No
2446-83-5
English Name
Diisopropyl Azodicarboxylate (DIAD)
Molecular Formula
C8H14N2O4
Molecular Weight
202.21 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)OC(=O)N=NC(=O)OC(C)C
InChIKey
VVWRJUBEIPHGQF-MDZDMXLPSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
