Diquat

CAS 2764-72-9C12H12N2+2MW 184.24

Diquat (CAS 2764-72-9) — formula C12H12N2+2, molecular weight 184.24.

Product Overview

CAS Number	2764-72-9
Molecular Formula	C12H12N2+2
Molecular Weight	184.24
LogP	1.4

Technical Profile

What this product is

Diquat is a chemical compound with CAS registry number 2764-72-9 and molecular formula C12H12N2+2 (molecular weight 184.24).

Identification

CAS number: 2764-72-9

Its molecular formula C12H12N2+2 comprises 12 C, 12 H, 2 N atoms.

Also known as: Diquat · 敌草快 · 6,7-dihydrodipyrido[1,2-a:2',1'-c]pyrazinediylium

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Diquat?

The CAS registry number of Diquat is 2764-72-9.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Diquat?

Molecular formula C12H12N2+2, molecular weight 184.24.

What other names is Diquat known by?

It is also registered under: Diquat, 敌草快, 6,7-dihydrodipyrido[1,2-a:2',1'-c]pyrazinediylium.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for Diquat (CAS 2764-72-9), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

CAS Registry Number	2764-72-9
PubChem CID	6795
Molecular formula	C12H12N2+2
IUPAC name	7,10-diazoniatricyclo[8.4.0.02,7]tetradeca-1(14),2,4,6,10,12-hexaene
UNII (FDA)	A9A615U4MP

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight	184.24
XLogP3	1.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	0
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	184.100048391
Monoisotopic Mass	184.100048391
Topological Polar Surface Area	7.8
Heavy Atom Count	14

Physicochemical values on record

Density	1.22-1.27
Vapor Pressure	<0.000010 mmHg

Documented uses on record

Herbicides that remove leaves from trees and growing plants. They may be either organic or inorganic. Several of the more persistent types have been used in military operations and many are toxic. (From Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th ed)

Synonyms and trade names

DIQUAT; Diquat dication; 2764-72-9; 9,10-Dihydro-8a,10a-diazoniaphenanthrene; 1,1'-Ethylene-2,2'-bipyridylium ion; 1,1'-Ethylene-2,2'-bipyridyldylium ion; A9A615U4MP; 6,7-Dihydrodipyrido(1,2-a:2',1'-c)pyrazinediium; Dipyrido(1,2-a:2',1'-c)pyrazinediium, 6,7-dihydro-; DTXSID6034554; CHEBI:64163; 6,7-dihydrodipyrido[1,2-a:2',1'-c]pyrazinediium; 1,1'-Ethylene-2,2'-dipyridylium dibromide; RefChem:134889; DTXCID4014554; 9,10-DIHYDRO-8A,10,-DIAZONIAPHENANTHRENE DIBROMIDE

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Substance added to food: ANTIMICROBIAL AGENT

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H302 (100%), H315 (100%), H317 (100%), H319 (100%), H330 (100%), H335 (100%), H372 (100%), H400 (100%)

H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

6,7-dihydrodipyrido[1,2-a:2',1'-c]pyrazinediylium · CAS 2764-72-9 · C12H12N2+2. UNII A9A615U4MP. Density: 1.22-1.27; Vapor Pressure: <0.000010 mmHg.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.