Description

1-(3-Aminopropyl)Aziridine is a versatile bifunctional organic compound containing both a primary amine and a reactive aziridine ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of polymers, cross-linking agents, and surface modifiers. It is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, coatings, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce amine functionality and cross-linking sites into their products.

Application

• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: Used to introduce reactive amine and aziridine groups into polymer backbones for enhanced mechanical properties, adhesion, and chemical resistance in coatings, adhesives, and resins.
• Epoxy Curing Agent & Hardener: Acts as a co-curing agent or hardener for epoxy resins, improving cure speed and final network density.
• Surface Functionalization: Employed to modify surfaces (e.g., glass, metals, polymers) by creating amine-terminated layers for improved bonding or as anchor points for further chemical grafting.
• Pharmaceutical & Bioconjugation Intermediate: Serves as a linker or spacer in the synthesis of drug conjugates, diagnostic agents, and biomaterials due to its reactive groups.
• Paper & Textile Chemicals: Utilized in the production of wet-strength resins, sizing agents, and fabric softeners.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations designed to protect metal surfaces.
• Chelating Agent Synthesis: A precursor for creating specialized chelating ligands for metal ion binding.
• Research & Development: A key intermediate in organic synthesis for exploring new materials and chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Aminopropyl)Aziridine
CAS No.	1072-65-7
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Aminoethyl)aziridine; 3-(Aziridin-1-yl)propan-1-amine; 1-Aziridinepropanamine; Aziridine, 1-(3-aminopropyl)-; N-(3-Aminopropyl)aziridine; Propylenediamine, N-(ethyleneimino)-; APAZ; Aminoethylaziridine
EINECS	214-007-6

Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Aminopropyl)Aziridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to minimize volatility and degradation. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening and away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Impurities (GC)	≤ 1.0% (total)

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