1,5-Diaminopentane
Also known as: Cadaverine, 1,5-Pentanediamine, 1,5-Pentamethylenediamine, Pentamethylenediamine, Pentane-1,5-diamine, MFCD00008239, EINECS 207-329-0, H2N(CH2)5NH2
1,5-Diaminopentane (CAS 462-94-2) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H14N2 and a molecular weight of 102.178 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 9 °C, a boiling point of 179.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 76.5±24.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements 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.
- 462-94-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1967772-9
- Molecular Formula
- C5H14N2
- Molecular Weight
- 102.178 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 9 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 179.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 76.5±24.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 102.115700 |
| PSA | 52.04000 |
| LogP | -0.49 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.458 |
| Additional Property | soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2921290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2921290000 other acyclic polyamines and their derivatives; salts thereof。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,5-Diaminopentane?
The CAS number of 1,5-Diaminopentane is 462-94-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,5-Diaminopentane?
1,5-Diaminopentane has molecular formula C5H14N2 and molecular weight 102.178 g/mol.
Is 1,5-Diaminopentane hazardous?
1,5-Diaminopentane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,5-Diaminopentane?
For 1,5-Diaminopentane, Upstream Products: L-Lysine hydrochloride, 1,5-Pentanediol, L-Lysine; Downstream Products: 9-Azabicyclo[3.3.1]nonan-3-one, 1-(2-Piperidinyl)acetone, tert-Butyl N-(5-aminopentyl)carbamate.
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