1,5-Diaminopentane

Molecular Formula
C5H14N2
Catalog Number
D3803
Supplier/Brand
Spectrum Chemical
CAS Number
462-94-2

1,5-Diaminopentane, also known as Cadaverine, is a diamine compound which is created by protein hydrolysis during putrefaction of animal tissue. Ungraded products supplied by Spectrum are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for human consumption or therapeutic use.


Synonyms: Cadaverine ; Pentamethylenediamine ; 1,5-Pentanediamine

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DOT: UN2735, Polyamines, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s. (1,5-diaminopentane), 8, PG III

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2023