4,5-Dicyanoimidazole NEW

4,5-Dicyanoimidazole is commonly used in activation of nucleoside phosphoramidites during solid-phase oligonucleotide synthesis, and synthesis of nucleoside phosphoramidites, synthesis of novel nucleosides. IT is often used as an alternative to Tetrazole.

Appearance and properties: white to off-white crystalline powder

Density: 0.791 g/mL at 25 °C

Boiling point: 569.3ºC at 760 mmHg

Melting point: 168-175 °C(lit.)

Flash point: 50 °F

Refractive index: 1.584

Vapor pressure: 5.65E-13mmHg at 25°C