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4-Dimethylaminopyridine

IUPAC: N,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine

C7H10N2 Laboratory Reagents CAS 1122-58-3
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Formula / NotationC7H10N2
CAS Number1122-58-3
Molecular Weight122.17
AppearancePellets or Large Crystals
Also Known AsN,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine; 1122-58-3; N,N-Dimethylpyridin-4-amine; dmap; 4-(Dimethylamino)pyridine; 4-Pyridinamine, N,N-dimethyl-; PFP1R6P0S8; DTXSID0044369; 4-DMAP; DTXCID8024369
CategoryLaboratory Reagents

What is 4-Dimethylaminopyridine?

4-Dimethylaminopyridine (C7H10N2) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Pellets or Large Crystals. It has a molecular weight of 122.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is N,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine.

Formula & Notation

C7H10N2

IUPAC Name: N,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine

Other Names / Synonyms: N,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine; 1122-58-3; N,N-Dimethylpyridin-4-amine; dmap; 4-(Dimethylamino)pyridine; 4-Pyridinamine, N,N-dimethyl-; PFP1R6P0S8; DTXSID0044369; 4-DMAP; DTXCID8024369

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Pellets or Large Crystals. Molecular formula: C7H10N2. Molecular weight: 122.17 g/mol. Vapor pressure: 1.0 [mmHg]. LogP: 1.3.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Molecular Weight122.17
AppearancePellets or Large Crystals

Uses & Applications

Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.

Safety Information

Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term 4-Dimethylaminopyridine
Formula C7H10N2
CAS Number 1122-58-3
Molecular Weight 122.17
Synonyms N,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine; 1122-58-3; N,N-Dimethylpyridin-4-amine; dmap; 4-(Dimethylamino)pyridine; 4-Pyridinamine, N,N-dimethyl-; PFP1R6P0S8; DTXSID0044369; 4-DMAP; DTXCID8024369

Frequently Asked Questions

4-Dimethylaminopyridine (C7H10N2) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Pellets or Large Crystals. It has a molecular weight of 122.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is N,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine.

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