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Polyethyleneimine

Also known as: Polyethylenimine, PEI, Aziridine, homopolymer, Ethylene imine polymer solution, Ethyleneimine, homopolymer, MFCD00084427, PEI-1750, PEI-2500, POLYETHYLENEIMINE, BRANCHED, Polyethylenimine, branched, polyethylenimine(10,000), polyethylenimine(20,000)

Polyethyleneimine (CAS 9002-98-6) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H5N and a molecular weight of 43.06780 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 59-60°C, a boiling point of 250 °C(lit.), a density of 1.030 g/mL at 25 °C and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
9002-98-6
Jingsj CID
J-26387-6
Molecular Formula
C2H5N
Molecular Weight
43.06780 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point59-60°C
Boiling Point250 °C(lit.)
Density1.030 g/mL at 25 °C
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass43.04220
PSA21.94000
AppearanceLiquid | Pale yellow
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.5290
Additional PropertySoluble in water.

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Environmental HazardSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Yuting Wen, et al. A biodegradable low molecular weight polyethylenimine derivative as low toxicity and efficient gene vector. Bioconjug Chem. 2009 Feb;20(2):322-32.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Polyethyleneimine?

The CAS number of Polyethyleneimine is 9002-98-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Polyethyleneimine?

Polyethyleneimine has molecular formula C2H5N and molecular weight 43.06780 g/mol.

Is Polyethyleneimine hazardous?

Polyethyleneimine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Polyethyleneimine (CAS 9002-98-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-26387-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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