Description

2-Methyl-1,4-Diaminobutane is a versatile aliphatic diamine with a branched carbon chain, offering unique reactivity and properties compared to its linear counterparts. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance polymers, corrosion inhibitors, and specialty chemicals. It is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors seeking to enhance product performance through tailored molecular structures.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy curing agents, where its branched structure can improve flexibility and impact resistance.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules requiring a specific diamine backbone.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an effective component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial cooling systems and oilfield applications.
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as a building block for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized in the manufacture of ligands for metal ion sequestration in water treatment and industrial processes.
• Surface Active Agents: A raw material for producing cationic surfactants and fabric softeners.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent in organic synthesis and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-1,4-Diaminobutane
CAS No.	15657-58-6
Molecular Formula	C5H14N2
Molecular Weight	102.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbutane-1,4-diamine; 1,4-Diamino-2-methylbutane; 2-Methyl-1,4-butanediamine; 2-Methyltetramethylenediamine; NSC 60528
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-1,4-Diaminobutane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and test results are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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) and a strong base/organic solvent; containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and stored separately from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.86 - 0.90
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460

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