N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine | 110-18-9

Cas No :

110-18-9

Form :

Liquid

Molecular Weight :

116.21 G/Mol

Molecular Formula :

C6H16N2

Boiling Point :

118 °C

Melting Point :

-45 °C

Flash Point :

30 °C

Solubility :

Soluble In Water; Soluble In Ethanol And Acetone

Description :

Overview of N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine 

N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine—commonly known as TMEDA—is a highly efficient chelating diamine, catalyst promoter, and organic base widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis, polymerization reactions, metal-complex formation, and advanced organic synthesis.

Its strong ability to stabilize organometallic reagents, enhance Grignard formation, and improve lithiation reactions makes it one of the most important auxiliary ligands in modern industrial chemistry. TMEDA is valued for its high purity, strong solvating power, and excellent catalytic compatibility across fine chemicals, APIs, and specialty materials.

On ChemicalBull, related industrial chemicals—such as 3-Chloroanisole, 1,3-Dichloropropane, 1-Chlorohexane, 2,3,4-Trimethoxybenzaldehyde, and 4-Methoxyphenylacetonitrile—are also widely used in organic synthesis, providing excellent internal linking opportunities.


Applications of N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine 

Advanced Organic Synthesis

  • Acts as a ligand to stabilize reactive intermediates

  • Enhances Grignard reagent formation & reactivity

  • Promotes lithiation reactions and selective deprotonation

  • Used in multi-step synthesis of specialty organic molecules


Polymerization & Catalysis

  • Effective co-catalyst in:

    • Anionic polymerization

    • Ring-opening polymerization

    • Controlled radical polymerization (CRP)

  • Improves molecular weight control and polymer uniformity


Pharmaceutical Intermediates

  • Used in the development of API intermediates

  • Plays a role in metal-catalyzed transformations

  • Useful in heterocycle formation and complex molecule assembly


Metal Complex Formation

  • Acts as a strong chelating diamine ligand

  • Used in coordination chemistry and catalyst preparation

  • Suitable for transition-metal complex synthesis


Fine Chemical Production

  • Helps manufacture specialty surfactants, dyes, solvents & additives

  • Plays a role in custom synthesis and R&D chemical development


Safety & Handling Guidelines

  • Avoid inhalation and direct contact with skin or eyes

  • Use PPE: gloves, glasses, face protection

  • Store in cool, dry, airtight containers

  • Keep away from oxidizers, acids & ignition sources

  • Refer to MSDS for full safety details


Where to Buy N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine?

N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine Manufacturer

High-purity grade available for synthetic chemistry, pharmaceutical manufacturing & polymerization processes.


N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine Supplier & Exporter

ChemicalBull provides:

  • Bulk & commercial packing

  • COA, MSDS & purity assurance

  • Export-ready packing with global logistics support


N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine MSDS 

  • Hazards & PPE

  • Stability & reactivity data

  • Handling, storage & first-aid

  • Transport classification


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine used for?

    N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine is widely used as a ligand, catalyst promoter, and organic base in pharmaceutical, polymer, and fine chemical synthesis.

  2. Is N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine important in Grignard reactions?

    Yes, it enhances Grignard reagent formation and improves reaction efficiency.

  3. Do you supply bulk industrial-grade N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine?

    Yes, ChemicalBull supplies bulk volumes with full documentation.

  4. Can N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylethylenediamine be used in polymerization?

    Yes, it is a well-known co-catalyst in various polymerization processes.

  5. Do you provide COA & MSDS?

    Yes, both documents are provided with every shipment.