1,2-Benzenedimethanamine

Also known as: 1,2-Phenylenedimethanamine, o-Xylylenediamine, 1,2-Xylylenediamine, 1,2-Bis(aminomethyl)benzene, o-Bis(aminomethyl)benzene, α,α′-Diamino-o-xylene, 2-Aminomethyl-benzylamine, [2-(Aminomethyl)phenyl]methanamine, AKOS AUF2082, RARECHEM AL BW 0007, UKRORGSYN-BB BBV-182339

1,2-Benzenedimethanamine (CAS 17300-02-6) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H12N2 and a molecular weight of 136.19400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 253.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.052 g/cm3 and a flash point of 125.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 17300-02-6
Jingsj CID: J-1387534-8
Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₂N₂
Molecular Weight: 136.19400 g/mol
Category: Organic Bases
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	253.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.052 g/cm3
Flash Point	125.8ºC
Exact Mass	136.10000
PSA	52.04000
LogP	2.00460
Storage Conditions	2-8°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger

H302 — Harmful if swallowed
H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2921590090
Summary	2921590090. other aromatic polyamines and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1,2-Benzenedimethanamine?

The CAS number of 1,2-Benzenedimethanamine is 17300-02-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Benzenedimethanamine?

1,2-Benzenedimethanamine has molecular formula C8H12N2 and molecular weight 136.19400 g/mol.

Is 1,2-Benzenedimethanamine hazardous?

1,2-Benzenedimethanamine has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,2-Benzenedimethanamine?

For 1,2-Benzenedimethanamine, Upstream Products: Phthalazine, α,α'-Dibromo-o-xylene, o-xylene; Downstream Products: Isoindoline, Phthalonitrile, cis-Octahydroisoindole.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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