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Overview
Diisopropyl azodicarboxylate is a versatile coupling reagent widely used in organic synthesis. Its core process involves the Mitsunobu reaction for converting alcohols to esters or ethers. The molecular formula is C8H15N3O4 and CAS number is 2446-83-5.
Application
- Pharmaceuticals: Synthesis of chiral intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients.
- Agricultural Chemicals: Production of herbicides and pesticides requiring stereoselective transformations.
- Material Science: Fabrication of specialized polymers and functional materials.
Precautions
Strictly store under inert atmosphere at controlled temperatures below 25°C. Personnel must wear full PPE due to potential skin sensitization and toxicity risks during handling.