Amines
REACH
Aminomethyl propanediol
CAS Number
115-69-5
EC Number
204-100-7
Abbreviation
AMPD
What is Aminomethyl propanediol?
Aminomethyl propanediol (CAS 115-69-5), abbreviated AMPD, is a multifunctional amino alcohol.
Where is Aminomethyl propanediol used?
- Personal care and cosmetics: neutralizes carbomer and acrylate polymers to build viscosity in creams, lotions and gels
- Pharmaceuticals: buffering agent in topical preparations
- Waterborne coatings and adhesives: neutralizer for resin systems, improving dispersion stability and film formation
- It also supports moisture retention through its secondary hydroxyl groups.
Good to know: Pharmaceutical-grade material is available to USP and BP specifications.
Commercial specifications
- Packaging from small drums to bulk quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
pentaerythritol dichlorohydrin|isobutandiol-2-amine|2-amino-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol|1,1-di(hydroxymethyl)ethylamine|AMPD|2-Amino-2-methylpropane-1,3-diol|Gentimon|1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-methyl-
What are the physical properties of Aminomethyl propanediol?
Melting Point 110 °C
Boiling Point 143-145 °C @ Press: 10 Torr
Density 1.0509 (estimate)
Flash Point >100°C
Appearance white powder
Color White
Form Crystalline Powder
Water Solubility 2500 g/L (20 ºC)
Vapor Pressure ~10 mm Hg ( 152 °C)
Refractive Index 1.4754 (estimate)
pH 10.0-12.0 (20℃, 0.5M in H2O)
Log P -1.31 at 22℃
How is Aminomethyl propanediol classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS05· Corrosive GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Aminomethyl propanediol?
HS Code 29221980
UN Number 3259
ADR Class 8
Packing Group II
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 1