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Pentamethyldiethylenetriamine

CAS 3030-47-5

Molecular structure of Pentamethyldiethylenetriamine

CAS · 3030-47-5

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Product Overview

Pentamethyldiethylenetriamine is a high-purity pesticide-intermediate supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.

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Product Specifications

Appearance: Colorless to light yellow clear liquid
Assay: 98% min.
Identification: Positive
Solubility: Miscible with water
Specific gravity: 0.8302–0.8306
Boiling range: 196℃ ~ 199℃
Water: 0.5% max.
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Applications

 

 

1. Polyurethane Catalyst

Widely used as a tertiary amine catalyst in the polyurethane (PU) industry.

Promotes the blowing reaction (water–isocyanate reaction) and gelling reaction (polyol–isocyanate reaction).

Common in the manufacture of:

Flexible PU foams

Rigid PU foams

High-resilience foams

Spray insulation materials

2. Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization (ATRP) Ligand

Serves as a chelating ligand for metal catalysts (e.g., copper) in ATRP.

Controls polymer chain growth in:

Controlled radical polymerization

Synthesis of block copolymers and functional polymers

Enables polymer design with precise molecular weights and low polydispersity.

3. Chelating Agent

Acts as a chelating ligand for transition metals in coordination chemistry.

Useful in applications requiring strong metal-ligand interactions, including catalysis and metal ion complexation.

4. Corrosion Inhibitor

Employed in metal surface treatments, particularly in aqueous environments, to inhibit corrosion by forming a protective film on metal surfaces.

5. CO₂ Capture & Absorption

Investigated for carbon capture and storage (CCS) applications.

Can absorb CO₂ selectively when used in aqueous or ionic liquid systems due to its multiple amine sites.

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Benefits

✅ Highly Efficient Catalyst

Excellent balance of reactivity and selectivity in PU foam production.

Enhances foam properties like cell structure, density, and reaction time control.

✅ Low Volatility & Stability

Offers low odor and thermal stability, suitable for various industrial processing environments.

✅ Chelating Versatility

Triamine structure provides strong coordination to transition metals, enhancing catalytic efficiency in polymer and fine chemical synthesis.

✅ Eco-Performance in CO₂ Absorption

Potential green solution for gas separation and air purification technologies.

✅ Controlled Polymerization

Enables the precise design of polymer structures critical for advanced materials like drug delivery systems, coatings, and hydrogels.

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Conclusion

Pentamethyldiethylenetriamine (PMDETA) is a multifunctional amine compound used across polymer chemistry, polyurethane production, and metal complexation. Its strong nucleophilicity, high catalytic activity, and ability to form stable metal complexes make it invaluable in both industrial manufacturing and research applications, including controlled polymer synthesis and green technologies like CO₂ capture.

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