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Catalog Number:
00114
CAS Number:
538-75-0
1,3-Dicyclohexylcarbodiimide
Purity:
≥ 99% (GC)
Synonym(s):
N,N'-Dicyclohexylcarbodiimide, DCC
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Product Information

Used in custom synthesis: peptide coupling, amino acid, protein synthesis. Used in API: dehydrate for amikacin/Fosinopril/Valacyclovir/glutathione dehydrants. Use in oligonucleotides,RNA synthesis. Industry use: special coating & adhensive.

Synonyms
N,N'-Dicyclohexylcarbodiimide, DCC
CAS Number
538-75-0
Purity
≥ 99% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C13H22N2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00011659
PubChem ID
10868
Melting Point
32 - 36 °C
Appearance
White to light yellow crystal or transparent liquid
Boiling Point
122 - 124 °C/6 mmHg (Lit.)
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
N,N'-Dicyclohexylcarbodiimide, DCC
CAS Number
538-75-0
Purity
≥ 99% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C13H22N2
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00011659
PubChem ID
10868
Melting Point
32 - 36 °C
Appearance
White to light yellow crystal or transparent liquid
Boiling Point
122 - 124 °C/6 mmHg (Lit.)
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

1,3-Dicyclohexylcarbodiimide is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Peptide Synthesis: This compound is a powerful coupling agent in the formation of peptide bonds, making it essential for researchers in biochemistry and molecular biology who are synthesizing peptides for various applications.
  • Drug Development: It plays a critical role in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), enabling the creation of complex molecules with enhanced therapeutic properties.
  • Polymer Chemistry: In the development of advanced materials, it is used to facilitate the formation of urethane and other polymer linkages, offering improved mechanical properties and durability in products.
  • Bioconjugation: Researchers utilize it to attach biomolecules to surfaces or other molecules, which is crucial in the development of biosensors and targeted drug delivery systems.
  • Environmental Applications: It is also explored in the synthesis of biodegradable polymers, contributing to sustainable practices in various industries by reducing plastic waste.

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