Description

n-Aminoethylpiperazine (AEP) is a versatile, high-purity aliphatic amine with a cyclic structure, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, containing both primary and secondary amine groups, makes it an essential intermediate for creating high-performance polymers, corrosion inhibitors, and pharmaceutical actives. This product is particularly vital for manufacturers in the epoxy curing agent, polyamide resin, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, consistent quality for their formulations.

Application

• Epoxy Curing Agent & Hardener: A key component in formulating room-temperature and elevated-temperature curing systems for coatings, adhesives, and composites.
• Polyamide Resin Production: Used as a monomer in the synthesis of polyamide resins for inks, coatings, and adhesives, providing flexibility and adhesion.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Intermediate: An effective precursor for manufacturing filming amines and other corrosion inhibitors used in water treatment and industrial process fluids.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.
• Surfactant & Chelating Agent Manufacture: Utilized in the production of specialty surfactants and metal chelating agents for industrial and cleaning applications.
• Gas Treating Agent: Employed in formulations for acid gas (CO2, H2S) scrubbing in natural gas processing and refining.
• Textile & Leather Auxiliary Chemicals: Acts as an intermediate for dyes, finishing agents, and softeners.
• Crosslinking Agent for Polymers: Functions as a crosslinker in various polymer systems to enhance thermal and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-Aminoethylpiperazine
CAS No.	140-31-8
Molecular Formula	C6H15N3
Molecular Weight	129.20 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Aminoethyl)piperazine; 1-(2-Aminoethyl)piperazine; AEP; Aminoethylpiperazine; N-Aminoethylpiperazine; 2-(1-Piperazinyl)ethylamine; 1-Piperazineethanamine; UN 2815
EINECS	205-411-0

Quality Control

Our n-Aminoethylpiperazine is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include assay, color, water content, and related substance analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each 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 heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.980 - 0.995
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.498 - 1.502

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