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1,5-Diamino-2-methylpentane

99%

Synonym(s):

2-Methyl-1,5-pentanediamine, 2-Methylpentamethylene diamine

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Linear Formula:
NH2CH2CH2CH2CH(CH3)CH2NH2
CAS Number:
15520-10-2
Molecular Weight:
116.20
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
NACRES:
NA.23
PubChem Substance ID:
24859804
EC Number:
239-556-6
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
1732701
MDL number:
MFCD00013460
eCl@ss:
32160702
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vapor pressure

130 mmHg ( 135 °C)

Quality Segment

assay

99%

form

liquid

autoignition temp.

568 °F

refractive index

n20/D 1.459 (lit.)

bp

193 °C (lit.)

density

0.86 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

CC(CN)CCCN

InChI

1S/C6H16N2/c1-6(5-8)3-2-4-7/h6H,2-5,7-8H2,1H3

InChI key

JZUHIOJYCPIVLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

General description

1,5-Diamino-2-methylpentane, commonly referred to as 2-Methylpentamethylene diamine, is a crucial monomer in liquid form with an assay of 99% in the synthesis of polyphthalamide polymers. Its inclusion in polymer matrices improves both thermal stability and mechanical properties.

Application

1,5-Diamino-2-methylpentane can be used as:
  • A key component in the hybrid complex. Its incorporation contributes to the enhancement of piezoelectric and dielectric properties, as well as semiconductor characteristics, making it a significant element in the development of advanced materials with potential applications in electronic devices.
  • An activated amine for CO2 capture. This is attributed to its unique chemical structure, which allows for more effective interaction with CO₂ molecules, leading to higher capture efficiency.

Pictograms

CorrosionExclamation mark
GHS05,GHS07

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 4 Inhalation - Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Eye Dam. 1 - Met. Corr. 1 - Skin Corr. 1A

Storage Class

8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point (°F)

181.4 °F - closed cup

Flash Point (°C)

83 °C - closed cup

PPE (personal protective equipment)

Faceshields, Gloves, Goggles, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

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