Description

1,5-Diisocyanato-2-Methylpentane is a specialized aliphatic diisocyanate monomer. This compound is a critical building block in the synthesis of high-performance polyurethane materials, offering a balance of reactivity and final product properties. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE) industries for applications requiring enhanced light stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical durability.

Application

• Light-Stable Polyurethane Coatings: A key raw material for automotive clear coats, industrial maintenance paints, and exterior wood finishes where resistance to yellowing from UV exposure is paramount.
• High-Performance Adhesives & Sealants: Used in formulating structural adhesives for aerospace, automotive, and construction, as well as flexible sealants with excellent weatherability.
• Specialty Elastomers: Serves as a component in the production of cast elastomers, rollers, and gaskets that demand a combination of toughness and environmental resistance.
• Polyurethane Dispersions (PUDs): Employed in the synthesis of waterborne PUDs for eco-friendly coatings and textile finishes.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as an effective crosslinker for polymers containing hydroxyl groups, enhancing thermal and chemical stability.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in organic synthesis for creating specialized ureas, carbamates, and other isocyanate-derived compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Diisocyanato-2-Methylpentane
CAS No.	34813-62-2
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	168.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylpentane-1,5-diisocyanate; 1,5-Diisocyanato-2-methylpentane; 2-Methyl-1,5-pentanediisocyanate; Isophorone Diisocyanate (IPDI) isomer; Aliphatic diisocyanate; Methylpentamethylene diisocyanate; 1,5-Diisocyanato-2-methyl-pentane; 2-Methylpentamethylene diisocyanate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,5-Diisocyanato-2-Methylpentane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, isocyanate content, and impurity profile analysis, to ensure it meets precise specifications for polyurethane synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, color, and moisture content is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, moisture-proof container under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen), protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at temperatures recommended on the specific product label or Safety Data Sheet (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and evaporation. Isolate from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (NCO Content)	≥ 99.0 %
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.5 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Hydrolyzable Chloride	≤ 10 ppm
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.05 %
Viscosity (at 25°C)	Contact for details

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