Product Code

DETDA

Diethyltoluenediamine (DETDA)

CAS Number
68479-98-1
EINECS
270-877-4

Description

Aromatic diamine chain extender for polyurethane elastomers, particularly reaction injection molding and spray polyurea elastomer systems. Also used as a curing agent for polyurethane and epoxy resin and as an antioxidant.

Synonyms

curing agenthardeneramine2,4-Diethyl-6-methylbenzene-1,3-diamine

Cross-Reference

Comparable products from other manufacturers, for identification purposes only.

Ethacure 100 (Albemarle)DETDA 80 (Lonza)

Key applications

  • Chain extender for RIM polyurethane elastomers
  • Chain extender for spray polyurea elastomers (SPUA)
  • Curing agent for polyurethane and epoxy resin
  • Antioxidant for industrial oils and lubricants

Characteristics

Molecular weight178.28
Boiling point308°C
Density (20°C)1.02 g/cm3
Freezing point-9°C
Flash point (TCC)> 135°C
Viscosity (20°C)280 cps
Isocyanate equivalent89.5
AHEW44.3
AppearanceLight yellow to amber clear liquid
3,5-Diethyltoluene-2,4-diamine75.0-81.0%
3,5-Diethyltoluene-2,6-diamine18.0-20.0%
TDA content≤ 0.1%
Amine value625-635 mgKOH/g
Other alkylamines0.5-3.0%
Moisture≤ 0.1%
Molecular formulaC11H18N2

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