Hexamethylenediamine

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Product Description

ProductHexamethylenediamine
CAS124-09-4
FormulaC6H16N2
Synonym1,6 Hexanediamine, 1,6-Hexanediamine, Hexamethylenediamine

Typical Product Specifications

Melting Point42 deg C
Physical StateSolid
Boiling Point204 deg C
Flash Point80 deg C
Appearancecolorless or white
Purity99.6% Min
SolubilitySoluble in water
Specific gravity0.848
Water Content0.4% Max
Vapor Pressure3 mm hg (60 c)
Odorpyridine odor
Molecular weight116.21
Colorcolorless crystal
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

This material is used frequently in polymer production as a chemical intermediate.  Often used with adipic acid to create nylon.

It is also found widely in industrial driling and completion fluids as a Shale Inhibitor.  

Use: BUFFERING

ClassChemical Intermediates, Drilling and Completion Fluids, Shale Stablizers, Commercial Chemicals, Drilling Fluid Additives
FunctionIntermediates, Catalyst, Drilling Fluid Additives
IndustryIndustrial, Textiles, Industrial Drilling, Oil and Gas Production
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