Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98%

Name: Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009127

About Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Diethyl pyrocarbonate, an acylating agent registered under CAS number 1609-47-8 with a typical assay of 98%. With the molecular formula C6H10O5, it has a molar mass of 162.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ethoxycarbonyl ethyl carbonate. It is also known as DEP or DEPC.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a density of 1.120-1.122 g/ml. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span molecular biology workflows and protein and peptide research. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Diethyl pyrocarbonate in 5 mL, 25 mL, 100 mL and 500 mL packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Molecular biology workflows
Protein & peptide research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009127
CAS Number	1609-47-8
IUPAC name	ethoxycarbonyl ethyl carbonate
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₅
Molecular weight	162.14 g/mol
Exact mass	162.0528
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29209090
InChIKey	FFYPMLJYZAEMQB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)OC(=O)OCC
PubChem CID	3051

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	1.120-1.122 g/ml
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 5
TPSA	61.8 Å²
Synonyms	DEP, DEPC, Diethyl dicarbonate, Diethyl oxydiformate, Ethoxyformic acid anhydride, Diethylpyrocarbonate, Baycovin, Ethyl pyrocarbonate, Dicarbonic acid, diethyl ester, Dicarbonic acid diethyl ester, Diethyl pyrocarbonic acid, Oxydiformic acid diethyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 1609-47-8

Molecular Biology

Diethyl pyrocarbonate, for molecular biology

CAS: 1609-47-8
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₅
MW: 162.14 g/mol

VQ-046885

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98% is 1609-47-8. It is also known as DEP, DEPC, Diethyl dicarbonate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98%?

Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98% has the molecular formula C6H10O5 and a molecular weight of 162.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethoxycarbonyl ethyl carbonate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98% can I order?

We supply Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 mL, 25 mL, 100 mL, 500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Diethyl pyrocarbonate, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.