Magnesium nitride, 99.6% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

The use of magnesium nitride as a convenient source of ammonia allows a direct transformation of esters to primary amides. Methyl, ethyl, isopropyl, and tert-butyl esters are converted to the corresponding carboxamides in good yields.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

• Melting Point: 800°C (decomposition)
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 10 g
• UN Number: UN3178
• Solubility Information: Reacts with water.
• Formula Weight: 100.95
• Percent Purity: 99.6%
• Sensitivity: Moisture sensitive
• Density: 2.71 g/mL
• Assay: (metals basis)
• Chemical Name or Material: Magnesium nitride

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