Description

n-Acetylethylenediamine is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a secondary amine and an amide group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing a wide range of specialty chemicals, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymers. It is particularly sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs containing ethylenediamine-derived moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require functionalized diamine structures.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a curing agent, chain extender, or cross-linking agent in epoxy, polyurethane, and polyamide resin systems to modify flexibility and thermal properties.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for manufacturing specialized chelating agents used in water treatment and metal ion sequestration.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations for metal surface treatment and cooling water systems.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized in biochemical research for protein modification and the creation of cleavable linker molecules in drug delivery systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Acetylethylenediamine
CAS No.	1001-53-2
Molecular Formula	C4H10N2O
Molecular Weight	102.14 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Aminoethyl)acetamide; N-Acetyl-1,2-ethanediamine; 2-Aminoethylacetamide; Acetylethylenediamine; N-Acetylethane-1,2-diamine; N-Acetyl ethylenediamine; 1-Acetylamino-2-aminoethane
EINECS	213-690-6

Quality Control

Our n-Acetylethylenediamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clientele. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total

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