1,6-Diaminohexane is mainly used as a monomer to make nylon 6-6. Its derivative hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) is used in the production of polyurethane. It acts as a cross-linking agent in epoxy resins. Other applications include coatings, lubricants and water treatment products.
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Applications
1,6-Diaminohexane is mainly used as a monomer to make nylon 6-6. Its derivative hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) is used in the production of polyurethane. It acts as a cross-linking agent in epoxy resins. Other applications include coatings, lubricants and water treatment products.
Solubility
Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in ether, alcohol and benzene.
Notes
Air sensitive and hygroscopic. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with acids, strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, carbon dioxide and acid anhydrides.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Machida, H.; Yamada, H.; Fujioka, Y.; Yamamoto, S. CO2 Solubility Measurements and Modeling for Tertiary Diamines. J. Chem. Eng. Data 2015, 60 (3), 814-820.
- Jong, T.; Bradley, M. Flow-Mediated Synthesis of Boc, Fmoc, and DdivMonoprotected Diamines. Org. Lett. 2015, 17 (3), 422-425.