| Formula / Notation | C4H10N2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 110-85-0 |
| Molecular Weight | 86.14 |
| Melting Point | 223 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 295 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.1 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | Very soluble (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Needle-like white or colorless crystals. Shipped as a solid or suspended in a liquid medium. Very corrosive to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Solid turns dark when exposed to light. Flash point 1... |
| Also Known As | 110-85-0; Diethylenediamine; 1,4-Diazacyclohexane; Hexahydropyrazine; Piperazidine; Piperazin; Antiren; Diethyleneimine; Dispermine; Lumbrical |
| Category | Bases & Alkalis |
What is Piperazine?
Piperazine is an azacycloalkane that consists of a six-membered ring containing two nitrogen atoms at opposite positions. It has a role as an anthelminthic drug. It is a member of piperazines, a saturated organic heteromonocyclic parent and an azacycloalkane. It is a conjugate base of a piperazinium(2+).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: piperazine
Other Names / Synonyms: 110-85-0; Diethylenediamine; 1,4-Diazacyclohexane; Hexahydropyrazine; Piperazidine; Piperazin; Antiren; Diethyleneimine; Dispermine; Lumbrical
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 223 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 295 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.1 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 86.14 |
| Solubility | Very soluble (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Needle-like white or colorless crystals. Shipped as a solid or suspended in a liquid medium. Very corrosive to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Solid turns dark when exposed to light. Flash point 1... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Piperazine is an azacycloalkane that consists of a six-membered ring containing two nitrogen atoms at opposite positions. It has a role as an anthelminthic drug. It is a member of piperazines, a saturated organic heteromonocyclic parent and an azacycloalkane. It is a conjugate base of a piperazinium(2+).
Used in chemical manufacturing, pH adjustment, saponification, water treatment, and as a laboratory reagent.
Corrosive or irritant. Causes burns to skin and eyes. Store away from acids. Wear protective gloves and goggles. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Piperazine is: C4H10N2