m-Phenylenediamine
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| M-Phenylenediamine | |
|---|---|
| IUPAC name | 1,3-diaminobenzene |
| Other names | MPD |
| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | [108-45-2] |
| SMILES | Nc1cc(N)ccc1 |
| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C6H8N2 |
| Molar mass | 108.1 |
| Appearance | White solid |
| Melting point |
64 - 66 °C |
| Boiling point |
282 - 284 °C |
| Hazards | |
| R-phrases | R23 R24 R25 R36 R37 R38 R40 R42 R43 |
| S-phrases | S22 S26 S36 S37 S39 S45 |
| Autoignition temperature |
560 °C |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
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m-Phenylenediamine, also 1,3-diaminobenzene, is an aromatic amine, with formula C6H4(NH2)2. It is an isomer of o-phenylenediamine and p-phenylenediamine.
m-Phenylenediamine is used in the preparation various polymers including aramid fibers, epoxy resins, wire enamel coatings and polyurea elastomers. Other uses for m-phenylenediamine include as an accelerator for adhesive resins, and as a component for hair dyes and dyes for leather and textiles.[1]

