Dicyandiamide Suppliers & Exporters in Mumbai, India

DCD Chemical

CAS Number:461-58-5

Synonyms: Dicyandiamide; Cyanoguanidine; DCD; DCDA; 2-Cyanoguanidine

Chemical Formula:C₂H₄N₄

Product Introduction

Dicyandiamide is a white, odorless crystalline solid used as a slow-release nitrogen fertilizer, curing agent in epoxy resins, flame retardant, and intermediate in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

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Physical & Chemical Properties

Property	Value
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Density	~1.40 g/cm³
Molecular Weight	84.08 g/mol
Melting Point	208–211 °C (decomposes above)
Solubility (Water @20 °C)	~2.3–4.3 g/100 mL
Solubility (Others)	Soluble in DMF, ethylene glycol, ammonia; insoluble in ether, benzene

Applications

Epoxy curing agent : Slow curing agent for coatings and adhesives.
Agriculture : Acts as nitrification inhibitor and controlled-release nitrogen fertilizer.
Flame retardant :Used in polymer and textile applications.
Chemical intermediate: Precursor for melamine, pharmaceuticals, and guanidine derivatives.