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Diphenamid

Also known as N,N-Dimethyl-2,2-diphenylacetamide, Dimid, Dymid

Diphenamid chemical structure, C16H17NO, CAS 957-51-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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Appearance
White
Melting point
134.5 to 135.5
Density
1.2 g/cm³
Solubility
SOLUBILITY (G/100 ML SOLVENT @ 27 °C): 18.9 IN ACETONE, 16.5 IN N,N-DIMETHYLFORMAMIDE, 3…
HS code
292429
Category
Herbicides
Illustrative photo, colourless crystals beside a jumbo bulk bag in a chemical plant
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What is Diphenamid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Diphenamid is a diarylmethane.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
N,N-dimethyl-2,2-diphenylacetamide
CAS number
957-51-7 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 5104-31-4
EC number
213-482-4
Molecular formula
C16H17NO
UNII
6Z3R6EGA2B
InChIKey
QAHFOPIILNICLA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H17NO/c1-17(2)16(18)15(13-9-5-3-6-10-13)14-11-7-4-8-12-14/h3-12,15H,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CN(C)C(=O)C(C1=CC=CC=C1)C2=CC=CC=C2

Synonyms

  • N,N-Dimethyl-2,2-diphenylacetamide
  • Dimid
  • Dymid
  • Enide
  • Fenam
  • Diherbid
  • Rideon
  • Zarur
  • Enide 50W
  • Enide 50
  • Dif 4
  • Difenamid
  • Lilly 34,314
  • N,N-Dimethyldiphenylacetamide
  • Acetamide, N,N-dimethyl-2,2-diphenyl-
  • 2,2-Diphenyl-N,N-dimethylacetamide
  • N,N-Dimethyl-alpha-phenylbenzeneacetamide
  • Dimethylamid kyseliny difenyloctove
  • N,N-Dimethyl-alpha,alpha-diphenyl acetamide
  • Diphenamide
  • Benzeneacetamide, N,N-dimethyl-alpha-phenyl-
  • Difenamide
  • Trefmid
  • Difenamide [ISO-French]
  • N,N,Dimethyl-2,2-diphenylacetamide
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  • Diphenamid Standard
  • Cambridge id 5104314
  • ICCB1_000103

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Whiteexp.
Odour
NO APPRECIABLE ODORexp.
Melting point
134.5 to 135.5exp.
Density
1.2 g/cm³exp.
Solubility
SOLUBILITY (G/100 ML SOLVENT @ 27 °C): 18.9 IN ACETONE, 16.5 IN N,N-DIMETHYLFORMAMIDE, 32.0 IN PHENYL CELLOSOLVE, 0.026 IN WATER, 5.01 IN XYLENEexp.
Vapour pressure
3.00 × 10⁻⁸ mm Hg @ 25 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
239.32 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
239.131 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.91calc.
Topological polar surface area
20.31 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
18calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.19calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc(Cc2ccccc2)cc1

c1ccc(Cc2ccccc2)cc1

2 rings, 13 atoms, the Diphenylmethane ring system.

8,982 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (6)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

The active ingredient is no longer contained in any registered pesticide products ... "cancelled.".

Herbicide for control of annual broadleaf weeds & annual grasses.

Selective preemergence herbicide that controls grasses & broadleaf weeds such as carpetweed, chickweed, knotweed, lambsquarters, pigweed, purslane, & smartweed.

Control of annual grasses and some broad-leaved weeds in cotton, potatoes, sweetpotatoes, tomatoes, vegetables, capsicums, okra, soya beans, groundnuts, tobacco, pome fruit, stone fruit, citrus fruit, bush fruit, strawberries, forestry nurseries, and ornamental plants, shrubs, and trees.

Plant growth regulator.

Use classes: Herbicides.

Functional uses

  • Biocide

How it is made

Reaction of diphenyl acetyl chloride with dimethylamine in the presence of a base

By reaction of diphenylmethane & dimethylcarbamoyl chloride in presence of sodium hydride...

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Europe

  • EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)
    Index no: 616-007-00-2

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Diphenamid is traded under.

HS 2924.29Indicative HS code

Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$5.69B
−5.1% vs 2023, imports $5.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China32.3%
  2. Switzerland * partner reported13.6%
  3. Norway * partner reported12.8%
Top importers
  1. United States15.9%
  2. Ireland15.8%
  3. Germany11.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Diphenamid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Diphenamid, based on the data on this page

What is Diphenamid?

Diphenamid is a diarylmethane.

What is the CAS number of Diphenamid?

The CAS registry number of Diphenamid is 957-51-7. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 5104-31-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Diphenamid?

The molecular formula of Diphenamid is C16H17NO and its molar mass is 239.32 g/mol.

What is Diphenamid used for?

The active ingredient is no longer contained in any registered pesticide products ... "cancelled.". Herbicide for control of annual broadleaf weeds & annual grasses.

Is Diphenamid hazardous?

Diphenamid carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Diphenamid?

Diphenamid is usually classified under HS code 292429 (Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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