Description

(E)-N,N,N',N'-Tetraethyl-2-Butene-1,4-Diamine is a high-purity, symmetrical diamine compound characterized by its strong basicity and excellent solubility in organic solvents. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its role as a chelating agent and as a building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring a sterically hindered, lipophilic diamine functionality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring complex amine ligands or chelating agents.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the preparation of nitrogen-based ligands for transition metal catalysts employed in hydrogenation and cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in the manufacture of specialty polyurethanes, epoxies, and other polymers to modify flexibility and thermal properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Utilized as a component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial cooling and processing systems.
• Chelating Agent: Functions as a selective chelator for certain metal ions in analytical chemistry and metal extraction processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-N,N,N',N'-Tetraethyl-2-Butene-1,4-Diamine
CAS No.	105-17-9
Molecular Formula	C14H30N2
Molecular Weight	226.40 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N,N',N'-Tetraethyl-2-butene-1,4-diamine; (E)-1,4-Bis(diethylamino)-2-butene; trans-1,4-Bis(diethylamino)-2-butene; 2-Butene-1,4-diamine, N,N,N',N'-tetraethyl-, (E)-; TEDB; Tetraethylbutenediamine; 1,4-Di(diethylamino)-2-butene
EINECS	203-272-3

Quality Control

Our (E)-N,N,N',N'-Tetraethyl-2-Butene-1,4-Diamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, isomer purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
(E)-Isomer Purity (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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