Description

N,N'-Dimethyl-1,2-Ethanediamine is a versatile bifunctional amine compound, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual reactivity, acting as both a nucleophile and a ligand, which enables the creation of complex molecular architectures. This chemical is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients, catalysts, and specialty resins.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and as a component in chelating agents.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Used as a curing agent and cross-linking agent for epoxy resins, improving mechanical strength and chemical resistance in coatings, adhesives, and composites.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a ligand for metal complexes in homogeneous catalysis, facilitating various organic transformations including hydrogenation and cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Intermediate in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Component in formulations for industrial water treatment and metalworking fluids to protect against corrosion.
• Chemical Research & Development: Valuable reagent in organic synthesis labs for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles and functionalized amines.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N'-Dimethyl-1,2-Ethanediamine
CAS No.	110-70-3
Molecular Formula	C4H12N2
Molecular Weight	88.15 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Dimethylethylenediamine; 1,2-Ethanediamine, N,N'-dimethyl-; N,N-Dimethylethylenediamine; DMEDA; N,N'-Dimethyl-1,2-diaminoethane; N,N'-Dimethylethane-1,2-diamine; N1,N2-Dimethylethane-1,2-diamine; N,N'-Dimethyl ethylene diamine
EINECS	203-793-3

Quality Control

Our N,N'-Dimethyl-1,2-Ethanediamine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 highly volatile; containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and evaporation. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

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)	0.80 - 0.85
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.420 - 1.430

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