Description

2-Diazopropane is a highly reactive diazoalkane compound, primarily valued as a versatile methylene transfer reagent and carbene precursor in advanced organic synthesis. Its ability to undergo cyclopropanation and C-H insertion reactions makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Key intermediate for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and functional materials via carbene insertion chemistry.
• Organic Methodology Development: A crucial reagent for studying and developing new catalytic cyclopropanation and C-H functionalization reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for exploratory chemistry in both university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Diazopropane
CAS No.	2684-60-8
Molecular Formula	C3H6N2
Molecular Weight	70.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Diazopropane; Propan-2-ylideneazanium; Isopropyldiazene; 2-Propyldiazene; Dimethyldiazomethane; Diazopropane-2; 2-Diazo-2-propane; Isopropyldiazonium (inner salt)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Diazopropane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. For customers with specific regulatory needs, we can support documentation for research and development purposes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at recommended cold temperatures (e.g., -20°C or below) to minimize decomposition and maintain stability. Due to its highly volatile and potentially hazardous nature, store only in approved, well-ventilated areas away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange solution or gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC or NMR)	≥ 95%
Solvent (if supplied as solution)	Specified (e.g., Diethyl ether, THF)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.