At a Glance
Material Family
Amines & Amides
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing · Synthesis Intermediate
Functional Roles
Industries Served
Applications & Use Cases
- ▸ Imidazole catalyst for rigid and semi-rigid polyurethane/PIR foam
- ▸ Latent/accelerator catalyst for epoxy curing systems
- ▸ Drives crosslink formation with low odor
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
1739-84-0
Molecular Formula
C5H8N2
Molecular Weight
96.13 g/mol
IUPAC Name
1,2-dimethylimidazole
PubChem CID
InChI Key
GIWQSPITLQVMSG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
0.4
Full Description
Imidazole catalyst for rigid and semi-rigid polyurethane/PIR foam Latent/accelerator catalyst for epoxy curing systems Drives crosslink formation with low odor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1,2-Dimethylimidazole (1,2-DMI) (CAS 1739-84-0)?
1,2-Dimethylimidazole (1,2-DMI) (CAS 1739-84-0) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Imidazole catalyst for rigid and semi-rigid polyurethane/PIR foam
What is the molecular formula and weight of 1,2-Dimethylimidazole (1,2-DMI)?
Molecular formula C5H8N2, molecular weight 96.13 g/mol. IUPAC name: 1,2-dimethylimidazole
Is 1,2-Dimethylimidazole (1,2-DMI) hazardous?
Yes
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