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Methylcyclohexanediamine (MCDA)

CAS 13897-55-7 · Formula C7H16N2 · MW 128.22 g/mol

Cycloaliphatic diamine curing agent for epoxy resins, giving a high-Tg, weatherable cured network for coatings and composites Used as a hardener in clear/UV-stable coatings where aromatic amine yellowing is unacceptable Diamine chain extender for polyurethane and polyamide systems

Safety Data Sheet
CAS Number
13897-55-7
Formula
C7H16N2
Molecular Weight
128.22 g/mol
Material Family
Amines & Amides
At a Glance
Material Family
Amines & Amides
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing · Synthesis Intermediate
Applications & Use Cases
  • Cycloaliphatic diamine curing agent for epoxy resins, giving a high-Tg, weatherable cured network for coatings and composites
  • Used as a hardener in clear/UV-stable coatings where aromatic amine yellowing is unacceptable
  • Diamine chain extender for polyurethane and polyamide systems
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
13897-55-7
Molecular Formula
C7H16N2
Molecular Weight
128.22 g/mol
IUPAC Name
4-methylcyclohexane-1,3-diamine
PubChem CID
InChI Key
QTKDDPSHNLZGRO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
0.1
Full Description

Cycloaliphatic diamine curing agent for epoxy resins, giving a high-Tg, weatherable cured network for coatings and composites Used as a hardener in clear/UV-stable coatings where aromatic amine yellowing is unacceptable Diamine chain extender for polyurethane and polyamide systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Methylcyclohexanediamine (MCDA) (CAS 13897-55-7)?

Methylcyclohexanediamine (MCDA) (CAS 13897-55-7) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Cycloaliphatic diamine curing agent for epoxy resins, giving a high-Tg, weatherable cured network for coatings and composites

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methylcyclohexanediamine (MCDA)?

Molecular formula C7H16N2, molecular weight 128.22 g/mol. IUPAC name: 4-methylcyclohexane-1,3-diamine

Is Methylcyclohexanediamine (MCDA) hazardous?

Yes

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