N,N-Dimethylethylenediamine

N,N-Dimethylethylenediamine is a high-purity pharmaceutical-intermediates supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.

1. Ligand in Transition Metal Catalysis

Acts as a bidentate ligand in copper-catalyzed and palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions:

Ullmann-type C–N, C–O, and C–S bond formations

Sonogashira and Buchwald–Hartwig reactions

Enhances catalytic efficiency by stabilizing metal complexes and improving selectivity.

2. Organic Synthesis Intermediate

Used in the production of:

Pharmaceuticals

Agrochemicals

Corrosion inhibitors

Chelating agents

The presence of two amino groups allows for selective N-alkylation, acylation, and functional group transformations.

3. Polymer and Resin Chemistry

Incorporated into polyurethanes, epoxy hardeners, and curing agents.

Functions as a chain extender or crosslinker in polyamide and polyurea formulations.

4. Corrosion Inhibitors

N,N-Dimethylethylenediamine丨CAS 110-70-3 forms chelates with metal ions, creating protective films on metal surfaces.

Used in cooling water systems, boiler treatments, and metal processing fluids.

5. Surfactant and Cosmetic Intermediate

Acts as a functional amine in the synthesis of cationic surfactants, emulsifiers, and hair care ingredients.

Used to produce conditioning agents in personal care products.

1. Versatile Reactivity

Dual amine groups (primary and tertiary) allow diverse chemical modifications.

Suitable for both nucleophilic substitution and complexation reactions.

2. Effective Ligand

Provides stable coordination with metal ions.

Improves reaction rates and selectivity in transition metal-catalyzed processes.

3. High Solubility

Fully miscible with water and many organic solvents, making it suitable for both aqueous and organic-phase reactions.

4. Low Molecular Weight and Volatility

Facilitates use in gas-phase or vapor-phase processes.

Useful in applications requiring low-viscosity additives or vapor-phase delivery systems.

N,N-Dimethylethylenediamine丨CAS 110-70-3 is a multifunctional diamine widely used in organic synthesis, metal-catalyzed reactions, polymer chemistry, and industrial formulations. Its dual amine structure offers a balance of reactivity and stability, making it valuable in both lab-scale and commercial-scale applications. As a ligand, intermediate, and functional additive, DMEDA continues to play a crucial role in modern synthetic and material chemistry.

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