Description

N,N'-Dibutylethylenediamine is a versatile aliphatic diamine compound with a branched alkyl chain structure. This chemical serves as a crucial intermediate and catalyst in various high-value synthesis and formulation processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for applications requiring a reactive amine functionality with specific steric and solubility properties.

Application

• As a curing agent or cross-linking agent in epoxy resin systems and polyurethane formulations.
• As a key chemical intermediate in the synthesis of corrosion inhibitors, lubricant additives, and fuel detergents.
• As a chelating agent or ligand in metal extraction processes and catalyst systems.
• In the production of agrochemicals, such as herbicides and pesticides, where it acts as a building block.
• As a surfactant precursor for the manufacture of quaternary ammonium compounds.
• In pharmaceutical synthesis as a reagent for introducing the dibutylaminoethyl moiety.
• For research and development purposes in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N'-Dibutylethylenediamine
CAS No.	4013-95-0
Molecular Formula	C10H24N2
Molecular Weight	172.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Ethanediamine, N,N'-dibutyl-; N,N'-Di-n-butylethylenediamine; Ethylenediamine, N,N'-dibutyl-; DBEDA; Dibutylethylenediamine; N,N'-Dibutyl-1,2-ethanediamine; N,N'-Dibutylethane-1,2-diamine
EINECS	223-677-8

Quality Control

Our N,N'-Dibutylethylenediamine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile determination by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the required specifications for industrial and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store this product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) and minimize exposure to air and moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

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)	0.830 - 0.860
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.450

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