Description

1,6-Diazidohexane is a versatile organic azide compound with the CAS number 13028-54-1, primarily valued as a critical bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring two reactive azide groups, makes it an essential precursor for click chemistry applications, particularly in the formation of polymers and complex molecular architectures. This chemical is of significant interest to researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer science, and materials development sectors.

Application

• As a key monomer in the synthesis of high-performance polymers via polyaddition or step-growth polymerization.
• As a cross-linking agent in the production of specialty elastomers and resins to enhance material properties.
• As a versatile linker in bioconjugation and pharmaceutical research, enabling the attachment of molecules through Huisgen cycloaddition (click chemistry).
• In the development of energetic materials and propellant formulations, leveraging its azide functional groups.
• As a precursor for the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and complex organic molecules in medicinal chemistry.
• In materials science for surface functionalization and the creation of novel functional coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,6-Diazidohexane
CAS No.	13028-54-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12N6
Molecular Weight	168.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexamethylene Diazide; 1,6-Bis(azido)hexane; Azidohexyl Azide; 1,6-Di(azido)hexane; Hexane-1,6-diazide; 1,6-Hexanediol Diazide; Diazidohexane
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Quality Control

Our 1,6-Diazidohexane is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC or HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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