4-Dimethylaminopyridine - ≥99% , CAS No.1122-58-3

CAS: 1122-58-3 Cat. No.: D109207 Formula: C7H10N2 Molecular Weight: 122.17 Beilstein Registry Number: 3539759 EC Number: 214-353-5
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Synonyms
N,N-dimethyl 4-pyridinamine | p-dimethylamino pyridine | (4-DMAP);4-Dimethylaminopyridine | 4-di methylaminopyridine | 4-Dimethylaminepyridine | N,N-dimethyl-N-(4-pyridinyl)amine | dimethyl-pyridin-4-yl-amine | dimethyl-pyridin-4yl-amine | dimethylpyridin
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≥99% for sensitive chromatographic and analytical workflows requiring minimal baseline interference.

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Literature proof

Cited in 1713 peer-reviewed publications across chromatography, organic synthesis, and cross-coupling reactions.

Overview

A highly efficient catalyst for acylation reactions

4-Dimethylaminopyridine (DMAP) is a versatile nucleophilic catalyst used in acylation and esterification reactions. It can also be used in various organic transformations such as Baylis-Hillman reaction, Dakin-West reaction, protection of amines, C-acylation, silylation, and applications in natural product chemistry.
Application
4-Dimethylaminopyridine can be used as a catalyst for the following reactions:
Synthesis of 3,5-substituted 2,6-dicyanoanilines by reaction with malononitrile, aldehydes and β-nitroolefins.
Acylation of alcohols with anhydrides to synthesize the corresponding esters in the absence of auxiliary bases and solvents.
Baylis-Hillman reaction to generate carbon-carbon bonds by coupling of activated alkenes with aldehydes or ketones.
Efficient catalyst for acylation reactions.

Specifications

Synonyms
N,N-dimethyl 4-pyridinamine | p-dimethylamino pyridine | (4-DMAP);4-Dimethylaminopyridine | 4-di methylaminopyridine | 4-Dimethylaminepyridine | N,N-dimethyl-N-(4-pyridinyl)amine | dimethyl-pyridin-4-yl-amine | dimethyl-pyridin-4yl-amine | dimethylpyridin
Specifications & Purity
≥99%
Storage
Protected from light,Room temperature
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Purity
≥99%
Names and Identifiers
Pubchem Sid504752548
Pubchem Sid Urlhttps://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/substance/504752548
Canonical SmilesCN(C)C1=CC=NC=C1
IUPAC NameN,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine
InChIKeyVHYFNPMBLIVWCW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
INCHI1S/C7H10N2/c1-9(2)7-3-5-8-6-4-7/h3-6H,1-2H3
Isomeric SMILES CN(C)C1=CC=NC=C1
WGK Germany 3
RTECS US9230000
UN Number 2811
Molecular Weight 122.17
Beilstein 3539759
Reaxy-Rn 110354
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Taxonomic Classification

Taxonomy Tree

KingdomOrganic compounds
SuperclassOrganic nitrogen compounds
ClassOrganonitrogen compounds
SubclassAmines
Intermediate Tree Nodes Tertiary amines - Tertiary alkylarylamines
Direct ParentDialkylarylamines
Alternative Parents Aminopyridines and derivatives  Heteroaromatic compounds  Azacyclic compounds  Organopnictogen compounds  Hydrocarbon derivatives  
Molecular FrameworkAromatic heteromonocyclic compounds
Substituents Dialkylarylamine - Aminopyridine - Pyridine - Heteroaromatic compound - Azacycle - Organoheterocyclic compound - Organopnictogen compound - Hydrocarbon derivative - Aromatic heteromonocyclic compound
DescriptionThis compound belongs to the class of organic compounds known as dialkylarylamines. These are aliphatic aromatic amines in which the amino group is linked to two aliphatic chains and one aromatic group.
External Descriptors Not available
3D Structure
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Chemical and Physical Properties
SolubilitySoluble in methanol, benzene, ethyl acetate, chloroform, methylene chloride, acetone, and acetic acid. Slightly soluble in ether, diisopropyl ether, cyclohexane, hexane, and water.
Sensitivitylight sensitive
Flash Point(°F)230 °F
Flash Point(°C)110 ℃
Boil Point(°C)162°C
Melt Point(°C)110°C
Molecular Weight122.170 g/mol
XLogP31.300
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count2
Rotatable Bond Count1
Exact Mass122.084 Da
Monoisotopic Mass122.084 Da
Topological Polar Surface Area16.100 Ų
Heavy Atom Count9
Formal Charge0
Complexity75.000
Isotope Atom Count0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count0
The total count of all stereochemical bonds0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count1
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This product is supplied at ≥99% purity (chemical assay). Lot-specific values are stated on the Certificate of Analysis.
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What are the CAS number, molecular formula and molecular weight?
The CAS Number is 1122-58-3, the molecular formula is C7H10N2, and the molecular weight is 122.17 g/mol. InChIKey VHYFNPMBLIVWCW-UHFFFAOYSA-N.
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