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AA87253

1609-47-8 | Diethyl pyrocarbonate

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5g 98% in stock $25.00 $18.00 -   +
25g 98% in stock $42.00 $30.00 -   +
100g 98% in stock $99.00 $69.00 -   +
500g 98% in stock $387.00 $271.00 -   +

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Description
Catalog Number: AA87253
Chemical Name: Diethyl pyrocarbonate
CAS Number: 1609-47-8
Molecular Formula: C6H10O5
Molecular Weight: 162.1406
MDL Number: MFCD00009106
SMILES: CCOC(=O)OC(=O)OCC

 

Computed Properties
Complexity: 126  
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1  
Heavy Atom Count: 11  
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 5  
Rotatable Bond Count: 6  
XLogP3: 1.4  

 

 

Upstream Synthesis Route
  • Diethyl pyrocarbonate, commonly known as DEPC, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis for various applications. DEPC is primarily utilized as a reagent for the protection of amino groups in organic compounds. Its ability to modify nucleophilic functional groups makes it a valuable tool in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Additionally, DEPC is often employed as a reagent for the modification of nucleic acids, particularly for the protection of RNA against degradation by RNase enzymes. Its selective reactivity and compatibility with a wide range of organic compounds make DEPC a vital component in the toolbox of synthetic chemists.
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