Description

N,N'-Diisobutyl-1,6-Hexanediamine is a high-purity, symmetrical diamine compound featuring a linear hexamethylene chain and isobutyl substituents. This specific molecular architecture provides a unique balance of reactivity, flexibility, and hydrophobic character, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the polymer, epoxy curing agent, and specialty chemical sectors. Its utility extends to applications requiring tailored amine functionality with specific steric and solubility properties.

Application

• Polymer Intermediate: Serves as a monomer or chain extender in the synthesis of polyamides, polyurethanes, and polyurea elastomers, imparting flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Epoxy Curing Agent: Used as a latent or modified curing agent for epoxy resin systems, contributing to improved toughness, adhesion, and low-temperature cure properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: A key building block for formulating high-performance corrosion inhibitors used in fuel additives, metalworking fluids, and industrial coatings.
• Surfactant & Demulsifier Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty surfactants, demulsifiers, and fuel additives where its di-functional nature and branched alkyl groups are advantageous.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Utilized in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical research and agrochemical active ingredients.
• Chelating Agent Ligand: Acts as a precursor for nitrogen-donor ligands used in metal complexation and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N'-Diisobutyl-1,6-Hexanediamine
CAS No.	16121-92-9
Molecular Formula	C14H32N2
Molecular Weight	228.42 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Hexanediamine, N,N'-diisobutyl-; Diisobutylhexamethylenediamine; N,N'-Bis(2-methylpropyl)-1,6-hexanediamine; Hexamethylenediamine, N,N'-diisobutyl-; 1,6-Hexanediamine, N1,N6-bis(2-methylpropyl)-; DBHDA; N,N'-Diisobutylhexane-1,6-diamine
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Quality Control

Our N,N'-Diisobutyl-1,6-Hexanediamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity, meeting the specifications required for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. The product is hygroscopic; keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption.

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)	0.84 - 0.86
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.445 - 1.455

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