Description

N,N,N',N'-Tetramethyl-1,6-Hexanediamine is a versatile aliphatic diamine featuring four methyl groups on its nitrogen atoms, which significantly influences its reactivity and physical properties. This compound is valued for its strong basicity and utility as a building block and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from epoxy curing to pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.

Application

• Epoxy Curing Agent & Catalyst: Acts as a catalyst and cross-linking agent for epoxy resins, influencing cure speed and final polymer properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Additive & Modifier: Used to modify polyurethanes and other polymers, impacting flexibility, hardness, and thermal stability.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed in the production of additives for fuels and industrial fluids to prevent metal degradation.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly in specialty organic synthesis.
• Surfactant & Quaternary Ammonium Compound Precursor: A starting material for synthesizing cationic surfactants and biocides.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N,N',N'-Tetramethyl-1,6-Hexanediamine
CAS No.	111-18-2
Molecular Formula	C10H24N2
Molecular Weight	172.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Bis(dimethylamino)hexane; Hexamethylenediamine, N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-; TMHD; N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylhexamethylenediamine; 1,6-Di(dimethylamino)hexane; Tetramethyl-1,6-hexanediamine; N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylhexane-1,6-diamine; Bis(dimethylamino)hexane
EINECS	203-842-9

Quality Control

Our N,N,N',N'-Tetramethyl-1,6-Hexanediamine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or titration and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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, which can degrade quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.432 - 1.436
Density (20°C)	0.810 - 0.830 g/mL

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