Description

n-Methylethylenediamine is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both primary and secondary amine groups, making it a valuable building block in chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for creating high-performance polymers, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals due to its reactivity and ability to act as a ligand or cross-linking agent. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for developing corrosion inhibitors, curing agents, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including antibiotics and antiviral agents.
• Epoxy Curing Agent: Used as a hardener and cross-linking agent in epoxy resin systems, providing excellent mechanical and thermal properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial cooling systems and oilfield applications.
• Chelating Agent & Ligand: Serves as a ligand in catalysis and a chelating agent in water treatment and metal extraction processes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed in the production of polyamides, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers to modify flexibility and reactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Gas Treating Agent: Used in amine-based gas scrubbing processes for the removal of acidic gases like CO2 and H2S.
• Surface Active Agents: Building block for surfactants and emulsifiers used in detergents and personal care products.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methylethylenediamine
CAS No.	109-81-9
Molecular Formula	C3H10N2
Molecular Weight	74.13 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methylethane-1,2-diamine; N-Methyl-1,2-ethanediamine; 1,2-Ethanediamine, N-methyl-; N-Methyl-1,2-diaminoethane; N-Methyl ethylenediamine; N-Methyl ethylene diamine; 2-(Methylamino)ethylamine; N-Methyl-1,2-ethylenediamine; N-Methylethylenediamine (NMEDA)
EINECS	203-710-0

Quality Control

Our n-Methylethylenediamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 a strong base; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of moisture and carbon dioxide from the air. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.85 - 0.90
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445

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