Description

Diphenylcarbodiimide is a versatile organic compound widely used as a chemical intermediate and coupling agent. Its primary value lies in its ability to facilitate the synthesis of amides, esters, and other functional groups under mild conditions, making it a critical reagent in advanced chemical manufacturing. This product is essential for industries focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymer production, where precise and efficient molecular assembly is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating peptide bonds and other amide linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific carbodiimide chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent and stabilizer in polyurethane and other specialty polymer systems to enhance material properties.
• Peptide Coupling Agent: Facilitates the formation of peptide bonds in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis for research and therapeutic applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic synthesis laboratories for dehydration reactions and the preparation of heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science: Employed in surface modification and the development of advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphenylcarbodiimide
CAS No.	622-16-2
Molecular Formula	C13H10N2
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Diphenylcarbodiimide; DPCI; Carbonyldiimidazole analog; Dicyclohexylcarbodiimide analog; 1,3-Diphenylcarbodiimide; Phenyl isocyanate dimer; N,N'-Diphenylmethanediimine
EINECS	210-729-4

Quality Control

Our Diphenylcarbodiimide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications, ensuring reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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