Carbonyl diazide
Chemical compound
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Carbonyl diazide is a chemical compound with the chemical formula CO(N3)2. In terms of its structure, it can be described as two azide groups −N3 covalently attached to the carbonyl group −C(=O)− by single bonds. It can be prepared by way of the reaction between triphosgene and tetra-n-butylammonium azide, in a dimethyl ether or diethyl ether solution.[2]
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Carbonyl diazide | |
| Other names
Carbonyl azide, Carbonic diazide, Azido ketone | |
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| Properties | |
| CO(N3)2 | |
| Molar mass | 112.052 g·mol−1 |
| Appearance | colorless liquid[1] |
| Melting point | 16 °C (61 °F; 289 K)[1] |
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Main hazards |
Shock-sensitive explosive |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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The first synthesis of carbonyl diazide was reported in 1894, although there have been multiple alternative syntheses since then.[3]
Like all azides, it is a explosive compound that readily detonated, therefore care is needed when handling this chemical.
