Description

Ethylenediamine Dihydrochloride is a high-purity, crystalline salt derivative of ethylenediamine, widely utilized as a key intermediate and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in providing a stable, water-soluble source of the ethylenediamine moiety under acidic conditions, which is critical for controlled reactions. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require a reliable and consistent building block for complex molecule creation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing ethylenediamine backbones, such as certain antihistamines and chelating agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a buffer component and a reagent for modifying proteins and nucleic acids, facilitating studies in molecular biology and biochemistry.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a diamine source in the production of polymers, resins, and complex organic molecules like heterocyclic compounds and ligands for catalysis.
• Chelating Agent Production: A starting material for manufacturing ethylenediamine-based chelating agents, which are used in water treatment, textile processing, and as stabilizers in various industrial formulations.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical methods, including titration and as a component in certain detection kits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylenediamine Dihydrochloride
CAS No.	333-18-6
Molecular Formula	C₂H₁₀Cl₂N₂
Molecular Weight	133.02 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Ethanediamine Dihydrochloride; Ethylenediamine Hydrochloride; Ethylenediamine, Dihydrochloride; Ethylenediammonium Dichloride; EDA·2HCl; Diaminoethane Dihydrochloride; 1,2-Diaminoethane Dihydrochloride; NSC 135799
EINECS	206-349-1

Quality Control

Our Ethylenediamine Dihydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics.

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) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Water (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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