Hexamethylenediamine

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Hexamethylenediamine

Systematic name	hexane-1,6-diamine
Chemical formula	H₂N–(CH₂)₆–NH₂
Molecular mass	116.20 g/mol
Density	0.84 g/cm³
Melting point	39 °C
Boiling point	205 °C
Vapor Pressure	1.1 mm Hg
Flash point	93 °C
Explosion limits	0.7 - 6.3 %
CAS number	[124-09-4]
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Hexamethylenediamine (H₂N–(CH₂)₆–NH₂) is a chemical used in the production of plastics and synthetic materials such as nylon. It is formed from Adiponitrile. In its normal form it is light yellow or white powder/crystals, which give off an amine odor.

Hexamethylenediamine is highly toxic and can cause serious injuries. These include burns and severe irritation. Such injuries were observed in the major accident that occurred at the BASF site in Seal Sands, near Billingham on 4 January 2007 where 16 people were treated for serious injuries and one for burns. In total, 37 people were reported to have been injured as a result of the accident.

Water solubility: appreciable