(1S,2S)-1,2-Bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)ethylenediamine

Catalog Number	ACM186769186-2
CAS	186769-18-6
Structure
Description	(1S,2S)-1,2-Bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)ethylenediamine, also known as TMEDA, is an organoamine compound used in a variety of applications. It is an important intermediate in organic synthesis and a versatile reagent for the synthesis of a wide range of products. TMEDA is also used in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research, as well as in the manufacture of specialty chemicals. TMEDA is a colorless, hygroscopic solid with a melting point of 60°C and a boiling point of 215°C. It is insoluble in water and soluble in most organic solvents.
IUPAC Name	(1S,2S)-1,2-bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)ethane-1,2-diamine
Molecular Weight	296.4 g/mol
Molecular Formula	C20H28N2
Canonical SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C(=C1)C)C(C(C2=C(C=C(C=C2C)C)C)N)N)C
InChI	InChI=1S/C20H28N2/c1-11-7-13(3)17(14(4)8-11)19(21)20(22)18-15(5)9-12(2)10-16(18)6/h7-10,19-20H,21-22H2,1-6H3/t19-,20-/m0/s1
InChI Key	ILMRHFMYIXTNMC-PMACEKPBSA-N
Application	(1S,2S)-1,2-Bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)ethylenediamine is used in a variety of scientific research applications. It is used as a ligand in organometallic chemistry and in the synthesis of organic compounds. It is also used as a catalyst in the synthesis of polymers, as well as in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. In addition, it is used in the synthesis of peptides and other biochemicals.
GHS Pictogram	Irritant
Isomeric SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C(=C1)C)[C@@H]([C@H](C2=C(C=C(C=C2C)C)C)N)N)C
Properties	(1S,2S)-1,2-Bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)ethylenediamine has been shown to have a variety of biochemical and physiological effects. It has been shown to have antioxidant activity, meaning it can scavenge free radicals and prevent oxidative damage. It has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory activity, meaning it can reduce inflammation. In addition, it has been shown to have antifungal activity, meaning it can inhibit the growth of certain fungi.