N,N-Dimethyl-1,4-phenylenediamine

Agrochemicals 2025-03-02

N,N-Dimethyl-1,4-phenylenediamine

Chemical Name: N,N-Dimethyl-1,4-phenylenediamine
Synonyms: DMPD; 4-Amino-N,N-dimethylaniline
CAS Number: 99-98-9
Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₂N₂
Molecular Weight: 136.20 g/mol


Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Specification
Appearance Colorless to dark brown crystalline solid (oxidizes in air)
Odor Amine-like
Melting Point 34-37°C (93-99°F)
Boiling Point 262°C (504°F)
Density 1.036 g/cm³ (20°C)
Solubility Soluble in water, ethanol, ether, acetone
Oxidation Rapidly darkens in air (store under N₂)

Hazard & Safety Information (GHS)

Danger Symbols:
☠️ Acute Toxicity (Category 3)
⚠️ Skin Sensitization (Category 1)

Hazard Codes:
• H301: Toxic if swallowed
• H311: Toxic in contact with skin
• H317: May cause allergic skin reaction
• H331: Toxic if inhaled

Precautionary Measures:
• P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume
• P280: Wear gloves/protective clothing
• P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Call poison center


Chemical Behavior

• Reactivity:

  • Strong reducing agent
  • Forms colored charge-transfer complexes
  • Reacts violently with oxidizers
    • Light Sensitivity: Degrades under UV light

Applications

✔ Photographic developer
✔ Redox indicator (analytical chemistry)
✔ Polymerization inhibitor

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