1,8-DIAMINO-P-MENTHANE

Synonym(s):1,8-p-Menthanediamine

CAS NO.：80-52-4
Empirical Formula: C10H22N2
Molecular Weight: 170.3
MDL number: MFCD00001488
EINECS: 201-287-7
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2023-04-23 13:52:06

What is 1,8-DIAMINO-P-MENTHANE?

Chemical properties

dark coloured liquid

The Uses of 1,8-DIAMINO-P-MENTHANE

Curing agent for epoxy resins, chemical intermediate.

The Uses of 1,8-DIAMINO-P-MENTHANE

1,8-Diamino-p-menthane is generally used in the synthesis of various Schiff bases that are used in the preparation of coordination complexes with Cu(II), Zn(II), Cr(III), Fe(III) and Co(III) ions. It is also used as a precursor to synthesize heterocyclic Schiff base derivatives with herbicidal activity.

Definition

A primary alicyclic diamine, also a tert-alkylamine.

General Description

Blackish liquid.

Air & Water Reactions

Slightly water soluble .

Reactivity Profile

1,8-DIAMINO-P-MENTHANE neutralizes acids in exothermic reactions to form salts plus water. May be incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides. Flammable gaseous hydrogen may be generated in combination with strong reducing agents, such as hydrides.

Hazard

Strong irritant to eyes and skin, calls for eye protection.

Fire Hazard

1,8-DIAMINO-P-MENTHANE is combustible.

Properties of 1,8-DIAMINO-P-MENTHANE

Melting point:	−45 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	107-126 °C10 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	0.914 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor pressure	10 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
refractive index	n20/D 1.4805(lit.)
Flash point:	200 °F
storage temp.	2-8°C
pka	11.02±0.70(Predicted)
Stability:	Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
CAS DataBase Reference	80-52-4(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	p-Menthane-1,8-diamine (80-52-4)

Safety information for 1,8-DIAMINO-P-MENTHANE

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Corrosion Corrosives GHS05 Skull and Crossbones Acute Toxicity GHS06
GHS Hazard Statements	H314:Skin corrosion/irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P270:Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P303+P361+P353:IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.