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N,N-Diisopropylethylamine (Hunigs base)
N,N-Diisopropylethylamine, also known as Hunig’s base, is a sterically hindered tertiary amine used primarily as a base in organic synthesis, especially in coupling reactions and deprotonation steps. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong amine odor. CAS: 7087-68-5, molecular formula: C8H19N, molecular weight: 129.24 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard warning: Danger. Molekula supplies N,N-Diisopropylethylamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
N,N-Diisopropylethylamine, also known as Hunig’s base, is a sterically hindered tertiary amine used primarily as a base in organic synthesis, especially in coupling reactions and deprotonation steps. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong amine odor. CAS: 7087-68-5, molecular formula: C8H19N, molecular weight: 129.24 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard warning: Danger. Molekula supplies N,N-Diisopropylethylamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow liquid |
| Assay | ≥99.7% |
| Residue on Evaporation | ≤0.2% |
| Density @ 20ºC | 0.75-0.77 g/ml |
| Water content (%w/w) | ≤0.1% w/w |
| Idenfication | Conforms to reference spectrum |
| Total Organic By-Products | Total 0.3 maximum % Area Normalisation |
| Diisopropylamine | ≤0.2% Area Normalisation |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 6 C |
| Transport Class | 3 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7087-68-5 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CH2N[CH(CH3)2]2 |
| Molecular Weight | 129.24 |
| SMILES | CCN(C(C)C)C(C)C |
| EC / UN Number | 1992 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2921.19.1100 |
| Tariff Code | 2921199990 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is N,N-Diisopropylethylamine used for?
It is primarily used as a base in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions like the Mitsunobu reaction and as a scavenger for acids.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of N,N-Diisopropylethylamine?
The formula is C7H17N and the molecular weight is 129.24 g/mol.
How should N,N-Diisopropylethylamine be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available for N,N-Diisopropylethylamine?
It is available in technical grade and is suitable for laboratory and industrial use.
Can Molekula supply N,N-Diisopropylethylamine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply N,N-Diisopropylethylamine in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of N,N-Diisopropylethylamine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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