1,1-Carbonyldiimidazole / N,N-Carbonyl Diimidazole / CDI CAS 530-62-1 in Stock.Supplier highlights:This seller mainly exports to South Korea, Poland, and Turkey with a customer satisfaction rate of 97.1%.
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 530-62-1 |
| Purity | 98% |
| Place of Origin | China |
| Type | Synthesis Material Intermediates |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Application | Activator |
| EINECS No. | 208-488-9 |
| MF (Molecular Formula) | C₇H₆N₄O |
| Other Names | CDI |
| Molecular Weight | 162.15 |
| Melting Point | 117-122 °C |
| Boiling Point | 288.8 °C |
| Density | 1.303 g/cm³ |
| HS Code | 29332990 |
| Packaging | 1 kg/bag, 25 kg/drum |
| Selling Units | Single item |
| Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥99% |
| Water | ≤0.5% |






1,1′-Carbonyldiimidazole (CDI) is a versatile coupling reagent extensively used in organic synthesis. It serves as a highly effective and safer alternative to phosgene for activating carboxylic acids. This process facilitates the formation of various crucial compounds, including amides, esters, and anhydrides. A significant advantage of using CDI is its clean reaction profile; the only byproduct is imidazole, which is relatively non-toxic and volatile, thereby simplifying purification. Consequently, CDI is invaluable in pharmaceutical manufacturing and advanced materials science for constructing complex molecules with high precision and minimal waste.