M-Xylylenediamine


m-Xylylenediamine is an organic compound with the formula C6H42. A colorless oily liquid, it is produced by hydrogenation of isophthalonitrile.

Uses and reactions

m-Xylylenediamine is used in a variety of industrial applications including amine based curing agents for epoxy resins which may then be formulated into coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers.
m-Xylylenediamine undergoes the Sommelet reaction to give isophthalaldehyde.

Hazards

Exposure to m-xylylenediamine may occur by inhalation, skin contact, eye exposure, or ingestion. It can cause chemical burns, tissue damage, delayed pulmonary edema, shock, and skin sensitization. Symptoms of inhalation include a burning sensation in the respiratory tract, cough, sore throat, labored breathing, and dyspnea . It is also flammable and produces toxic fumes when burned. m-Xylylenediamine reacts with acids, acid chlorides, and acid anhydrides.