Carbodiimide, contains N=C=N functional groups, and is a commonly used dehydrating agent. It is generally prepared by thiourea losing hydrogen sulfide or urea losing water, and hydrolyzed to obtain urea derivatives. Mainly used to activate carboxyl groups to promote the formation of amides and esters. Basic Information of carbodiimide English name: Carbodiimide Alias: 1-(3-dimethylaminopropyl)-3-ethylcarbodiimide hydrochloride … Continue reading What is carbodiimide?