Description

1,5-Diamino-2-Methylpentane is a versatile aliphatic diamine with a branched carbon chain, offering unique reactivity due to its two primary amine groups. This compound is valued for its role as a crucial building block in polymer synthesis and as a ligand or intermediate in specialty chemical manufacturing. It is essential for industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced material science, where its structural properties enable the creation of high-performance polymers, curing agents, and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Polymer Industry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy curing agents.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chelating Agents & Ligands: Utilized in the preparation of metal-complexing agents for catalysis and water treatment applications.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Incorporated into formulations that protect metals in industrial fluids and coatings.
• Surfactants and Detergents: Functions as a precursor for cationic surfactants used in personal care and industrial cleaning products.
• Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis and chemical research for developing novel compounds and materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Diamino-2-Methylpentane
CAS No.	15520-10-2
Molecular Formula	C6H16N2
Molecular Weight	116.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1,5-pentanediamine; 2-Methylpentamethylenediamine; 1,5-Diamino-2-methylpentane; 2-Methyl-1,5-diaminopentane; 1,5-Pentanediamine, 2-methyl-; DL-2-Methyl-1,5-pentanediamine; 2-Methylpentane-1,5-diamine
EINECS	239-565-6

Quality Control

Our 1,5-Diamino-2-Methylpentane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, purity, and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.860 - 0.880
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.458 - 1.462

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.