Diethyl azodicarboxylate
Also known as: DEAD, Diethyl azodiformate, Diazenedicarboxylic acid diethyl ester, Diethyl diazene-1,2-dicarboxylate, Diethyl diazodicarboxylate, Diethoxycarbonyldiazene, Azodicarboxylic acid diethyl ester, Ethyl azodicarboxylate, Formic acid, azodi-, diethyl ester
Diethyl azodicarboxylate (CAS 1972-28-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10N2O4 and a molecular weight of 174.155 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 226.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 106.9±13.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H242 and H304. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1972-28-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-41231-7
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10N2O4
- Molecular Weight
- 174.155 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 226.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 106.9±13.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 174.064056 |
| PSA | 77.32000 |
| LogP | 1.85 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.472 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H242
- H304
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2927000090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2927000090 other diazo-, azo- or azoxy-compounds。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Diethyl azodicarboxylate?
The CAS number of Diethyl azodicarboxylate is 1972-28-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Diethyl azodicarboxylate?
Diethyl azodicarboxylate has molecular formula C6H10N2O4 and molecular weight 174.155 g/mol.
Is Diethyl azodicarboxylate hazardous?
Diethyl azodicarboxylate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H242; H304.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Diethyl azodicarboxylate?
For Diethyl azodicarboxylate, Upstream Products: Diethyl hydrazodicarboxylate, 2-Benzyloxyethanol, 4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol; Downstream Products: 4-(4-Fluorophenoxy)piperidine, Diethyl hydrazodicarboxylate, (R)-4-Acetylthio-2-pyrrolidinone.
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