CAS 108-45-2 · Meta Phenylenediamine

Meta Phenylenediamine: direct from source to Europe

Meta Phenylenediamine (CAS 108-45-2) is a low-melting crystalline diamine used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, a monomer for aramid fibres, and an intermediate for dyes and pigments.

  • COA, SDS & TDS with every batch
  • REACH status confirmed before quote
  • Samples available for qualification
Purityup to 99%+HPLC purity, premium grade
Lead time3 – 6 weeksOrigin to European port
FormSolid25 kg bags to bulk
Response1 business dayQuotation after receiving your spec
Product identification

Meta Phenylenediamine: names, synonyms and identifiers

Buyers search for this material under several names. Whichever one appears on your specification, purchase order or REACH dossier, it is the same compound: Meta Phenylenediamine, CAS 108-45-2.

  • Confirmed CAS number on every COA
  • Premium grade with HPLC purity 99%+ available
  • TDS and SDS supplied with every shipment
Common name
Meta Phenylenediamine
Synonyms
m-Phenylenediamine · 1,3-Diaminobenzene · m-PDA
CAS number
108-45-2
Formula / MW
C6H8N2  /  108.14 g/mol
Chemical family
Phenylenediamine
HS code
2921 (amine-function compounds). Confirm the full code with your broker.

⚠ Not the same as Ortho Phenylenediamine (95-54-5) or Para Phenylenediamine (106-50-3). Always match CAS 108-45-2.

Technical data

Meta Phenylenediamine physical and chemical properties

Key parameters for process engineering, safety planning and storage design. Values are typical; always verify against the current TDS for your lot.

Appearance
White to light tan crystalline solid
Darkens rapidly on air exposure
Melting point
63–65 °C
Typical value
Boiling point
Approx. 282 °C
Typical value
Molecular weight
108.14
g/mol
Molecular formula
C6H8N2
Phenylenediamine
Solubility
Soluble in water
Also soluble in alcohols
Physical form
Low-melting solid
May melt above 63 °C
Storage
Cool & dry
Sealed, inert atmosphere preferred
Quality & specification

Meta Phenylenediamine grade specifications: standard vs premium

Two grades are offered so your process chemist or quality team can pick what suits downstream requirements. COA parameters are confirmed before every shipment.

Parameter
Standard grade
Premium grade
Test method / note
HPLC purity
≥ 98.0%
≥ 99.0%
HPLC area %
Moisture
≤ 0.3%
≤ 0.1%
Karl Fischer titration
Colour (molten, APHA)
≤ 200
≤ 80
APHA / Pt-Co scale
Melting range
62–65 °C
63–65 °C
Capillary method
Appearance
White to light tan crystalline solid
White to light tan crystalline solid
Visual check

All values are specification limits, not guaranteed minima. Actual COA figures for your lot are provided before dispatch. Non-standard specifications are available on enquiry.

Applications

Where Meta Phenylenediamine is used

Typical end uses and synthesis routes for European manufacturers, toll processors and laboratories.

Epoxy curing agent

Room- and elevated-temperature curing of epoxy resin systems.

Aramid fibre monomer

Feed for meta-aramid (Nomex-type) polymer synthesis.

Dye and pigment intermediate

Diazo and condensation component for dyes.

Custom synthesis

Starting material for contract synthesis of phenylenediamine derivatives.

Packaging & logistics

Packed to your site, documented for customs

Meta Phenylenediamine is handled as a dangerous good. Every shipment leaves with UN-approved packaging, CLP labelling and the full document set for European import.

Bags

25 kg bags

UN-approved bags or lined fibre packs on pallets, suitable for FCL and LCL.

25 kg net
Drums

200 kg drums

UN-approved steel or fibre drums for higher volume users.

200 kg net
Bulk

Jumbo bags / bulk

Bulk bags for high-volume users, supplied on request for suitable receiving sites.

On request
Document set included: Bill of lading · Commercial invoice · Packing list · Certificate of analysis (COA) · Safety data sheet (SDS) · Dangerous goods declaration (IMDG/ADR) · Certificate of origin · Other certificates on request
Common questions

Meta Phenylenediamine: frequently asked questions

Quick answers for European buyers. For anything else, email source@cheloragroup.com.

It is also sold as m-Phenylenediamine, 1,3-Diaminobenzene, m-PDA. All refer to CAS 108-45-2. Confirm the CAS number with any supplier before ordering.

Price depends on grade, volume, packing, Incoterm and destination port, and moves with raw material markets. Send us your requirement and we will quote in EUR or USD with a landed-cost breakdown, usually within one business day.

Meta Phenylenediamine (CAS 108-45-2) is a low-melting crystalline diamine used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, a monomer for aramid fibres, and an intermediate for dyes and pigments.

Standard grade offers 98.0% minimum HPLC purity. Premium grade offers 99.0% minimum with lower moisture and better melt colour. Premium is recommended for curing-agent and fibre applications needing consistent colour.

All three are diaminobenzene isomers but serve different industries. Meta (108-45-2) is used mainly as an epoxy curing agent and aramid fibre monomer, ortho (95-54-5) is the benzimidazole fungicide intermediate, and para (106-50-3) is used in polymers, dyes and hair-colour chemistry. Order by CAS to get the isomer you need.

Phenylenediamines are skin sensitisers and can face REACH, CLP and workplace-exposure obligations depending on use. We confirm the current status for your application before quoting.

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place, ideally under inert gas, away from light, air and oxidisers, which cause rapid darkening. Use within the shelf life stated on the COA and TDS.

It is treated as a dangerous good (class and UN number per SDS; always confirm on the current SDS). We pack it in UN-approved containers, apply CLP labels and ship through licensed forwarders under IMDG for sea and ADR for European road.

Yes. Laboratory and pilot samples are supplied with a COA and SDS so your team can qualify the grade. Mention sample needs in your enquiry.

REACH status is confirmed before we quote. We advise on importer-of-record arrangements and whether the substance is registered for your use. Send your use descriptor and we will confirm.

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Send us the grade, volume, destination and Incoterm. You will receive a clear price, packaging options and a full document checklist, usually within one business day.

  • Samples to full containers
  • COA, SDS and DG documents included as standard
  • Quote in EUR or USD, your choice of Incoterm