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1,6-Diaminohexane, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A14212.A3
2 kg, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

1,6-Diaminohexane, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A14212.A3
2 kg, Each
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Catalog number: A14212.A3
also known as A14212-A3
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
124-09-4
IUPAC Name
hexane-1,6-diamine
Molecular Formula
C6H16N2
InChI Key
NAQMVNRVTILPCV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
NCCCCCCN
Appearance (Color)
White to cream
Form
Crystals or fused solid
Assay (GC)
≥98.0%
Comment
May discolor on storage
Water Content (Karl Fischer Titration)
<1.0%

Description

1,6-Diaminohexane is mainly used as a monomer to make nylon 6-6. Its derivative hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) is used in the production of polyurethane. It acts as a cross-linking agent in epoxy resins. Other applications include coatings, lubricants and water treatment products.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
1,6-Diaminohexane is mainly used as a monomer to make nylon 6-6. Its derivative hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) is used in the production of polyurethane. It acts as a cross-linking agent in epoxy resins. Other applications include coatings, lubricants and water treatment products.

Solubility
Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in ether, alcohol and benzene.

Notes
Air sensitive and hygroscopic. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with acids, strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, carbon dioxide and acid anhydrides.
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