Diisopropyl azodicarboxylate
CAS#: 2446-83-5
Diisopropyl azodicarboxylate (DIAD) is an organic compound used as a reagent in organic synthesis. It is particularly known for its role in the Mitsunobu reaction, which is used for the inversion of alcohol stereochemistry among other applications. DIAD is often used as an oxidizing agent that facilitates the coupling of two different compounds. It is a highly reactive substance and should be handled with care.
