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1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene (CAS 6674-22-2)

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1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene is an amidine base used for dehydrohalogenation reactions to olefins
CAS Number:
6674-22-2
Molecular Weight:
152.24
Molecular Formula:
C9H16N2
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1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene is a bicyclic amidine compound that acts as a strong, non-nucleophilic base in various chemical reactions. It functions as a catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of carbon-carbon and carbon-nitrogen bonds. 1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]Undec-7-Ene can deprotonate acidic compounds, facilitating the formation of new chemical bonds. Its mechanism of action involves the deprotonation of acidic hydrogen atoms, leading to the generation of carbanions or enolates, which then participate in a variety of organic transformations. 1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene can act as a ligand in transition metal-catalyzed reactions, enhancing the reactivity and selectivity of the metal catalyst.


1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene (CAS 6674-22-2) References

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1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene, 25 g

sc-251609
25 g
$27.00

1,8-Diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene, 100 g

sc-251609A
100 g
$51.00