Acetaldehyde ammonia trimer PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

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Linear Formula:  C6H15N3·3H2O
Molecular Weight:  183.26 g/mol
CAS Number: 58052-80-5

Properties

Assay Purity >=98%
M pt. 95-97°C
Density 0.836 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H315,H319,H335
Precautionary Statement  P261 - P264 - P271 - P280 - P302 + P352 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29336990
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids

Description

Application
The applications of acetaldehyde ammonia trimer are primarily in chemical and industrial fields. It is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and in the preparation of other nitrogen-containing compounds. It may also find use in research laboratories for studying condensation reactions involving aldehydes and ammonia.

Purpose
The purpose of acetaldehyde ammonia trimer is mainly as a stable intermediate or derivative of acetaldehyde. Since acetaldehyde is highly volatile and reactive converting it into a trimeric compound makes it easier to handle store and use in chemical p

General Description
Acetaldehyde ammonia trimer (commonly known as metaldehyde-related trimeric adduct) is a chemical compound formed by the reaction of acetaldehyde with ammonia. It is a crystalline solid that results from the condensation of three molecules of acetaldehyde with ammonia producing a stable cyclic structure. This compound is less volatile and more stable than acetaldehyde itself.