This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Applications
4,4′-Diaminodiphenylmethane is used as an intermediate for the preparation of 4,4’-methylenediphenyldiisocyanate, 4,4′-methylenebis(cyclohexaneamine). It is also used in the preparation of polyurethane foams. Further, it is used as hardeners in epoxy resins and adhesives. In addition to this, it is used in the manufacturing of high-performance polymers.
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol, ether, acetone, benzene, ethyl ether, carbon tetrachloride and methanol. Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, oxidizing acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides and chloroformates.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Deng, Y.; Xu, L.; Sun, X.; Cheng, L.; Liu, G. Measurement and Correlation of the Solubility for 4,4'-Diaminodiphenylmethane in Different Solvents. J. Chem. Eng. Data 2015, 60 (7), 2028-2034.
- Jin, F. L.; Liu, H. C.; Yang, B.; Park, S. J. Synthesis and thermal properties of urethane-containing epoxy resin. J. Ind. Eng. Chem. 2015, 24, 20-23.