N-METHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIAMINE

Synonym(s):N-Methyl-1,3-propanediamine;3-(Methylamino)propylamine

CAS NO.：6291-84-5
Empirical Formula: C4H12N2
Molecular Weight: 88.15
MDL number: MFCD00008209
EINECS: 228-544-6
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2025-01-27 09:38:02

What is N-METHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIAMINE?

Chemical properties

clear liquid

The Uses of N-METHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIAMINE

N-Methyl-1,3-diaminopropane (MeDAP) has been used as a structure directing molecule in the synthesis of two crystalline aluminophosphates. It has also been used in the synthesis of an intermediate of alfuzosin and lapyrium chloride with lipases as catalysts.

General Description

Dark amber liquid.

Air & Water Reactions

Highly flammable. Water soluble.

Reactivity Profile

N-METHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIAMINE 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.

Health Hazard

ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: N-METHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIAMINE is flammable and corrosive.

Fire Hazard

N-METHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIAMINE is flammable.

Flammability and Explosibility

Flammable

Properties of N-METHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIAMINE

Melting point:	-72 °C
Boiling point:	139-141 °C (lit.)
Density	0.844 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
vapor pressure	13.331hPa at 39.37℃
refractive index	n20/D 1.447(lit.)
Flash point:	96 °F
storage temp.	2-8°C
solubility	Completely miscible in water
form	Liquid
pka	10.60±0.10(Predicted)
color	Clear
PH	13.5 (100g/l, H2O, 20℃)
explosive limit	1.8-12.8%(V)
Water Solubility	1000g/L at 25℃
BRN	878143
CAS DataBase Reference	6291-84-5(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	N-Methyl-1,3-propanediamine (6291-84-5)

Safety information for N-METHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIAMINE

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Flame Flammables GHS02 Corrosion Corrosives GHS05 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H226:Flammable liquids H314:Skin corrosion/irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. 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.