N,N′-Dipropylurea (CAS 623-95-0)
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N,N′-Dipropylurea (DPU) is a crystalline compound devoid of color, in laboratory applications as both a reagent and catalyst. Possessing remarkable versatility, N,N′-Dipropylurea holds significant potential for numerous applications, including synthesis, catalysis, and biochemical studies. N,N′-Dipropylurea finds wide-ranging applications. It is a catalyst in organic synthesis, a reagent for the preparation of compounds, a reactant in polymer synthesis, and studying the effects of environmental pollutants on organisms. The exact mechanism of action of N,N′-Dipropylurea remains incompletely understood however, current knowledge suggests its role as a proton donor, facilitating the donation of protons to substrate molecules and thereby catalyzing reactions. It is believed to act as a nucleophile, engaging in substrate molecule attack and forming covalent bonds.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
N,N′-Dipropylurea, 5 g | sc-250540 | 5 g | $450.00 |