When discussing influential reagents in synthetic organic chemistry, specific names rise to the surface immediately—reagents that, while not always glamorous, are vital. EDC·HCl, short for 1-Ethy...
EDC·HCl is a carbodiimide-based coupling agent used predominantly in forming amide and ester bonds. The hydrochloride salt version of EDC enhances the reagent’s stability and ease of handling. Whil...