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Title: Synthesis of MDIPA, an aromatic diamine curative for polyurethane adhesives. Final report

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6970915· OSTI ID:6970915

The compound 4,4'-methylene bis-(2,6-diisopropylaniline), or MDIPA, has shown good thermal stability, high butt tensile strength, and excellent compatibility with salt when used as a curative for LLL's Halthane 87 prepolymer. Laboratory-scale synthesis of MDIPA by condensation of commercially-available 2,6-diisopropylaniline and formaldehyde has been accomplished, using the amine sulfate as an intermediate. Polymer Pilot Plant scale-up has been achieved; kilogram quantities at acceptable purity levels (98+ percent) have been produced.

Research Organization:
Bendix Corp., Kansas City, MO (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-76DP000613
OSTI ID:
6970915
Report Number(s):
BDX-613-2509
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English