EtNNEt

EtNNEt is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C5H12N2. It is a secondary amine and also a diamine, meaning it contains two amine functional groups. Specifically, it is N,N-diethyl-1,2-ethanediamine. The structure consists of an ethylenediamine backbone with two ethyl groups attached to one of the nitrogen atoms. This gives it the IUPAC name N,N-diethyl-1,2-ethanediamine.

This compound is typically a colorless liquid with a characteristic amine odor. It is soluble in water and many organic solvents. Due to the presence of the amine groups, EtNNEt can act as a base and can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and salt formation. It is often used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of more complex molecules. Applications can be found in areas such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymers. It may also be employed as a catalyst or as a ligand in coordination chemistry. The specific properties and reactivity of EtNNEt make it a useful reagent in various industrial and research settings.