Triethanolamine

Triethanolamine

Synonyms: 2,2',2-Nitrilotris(ethanol);2,2',2''-Nitrilotris[ethanol];2,2’,2"-nitrilotris(ethanol);2,2’,2’’-Nitrilortrisethanol;2,2’,2’’-nitrilotri-ethano;2,2’,2’’-nitrilotris(ethanol);2,2’,2’’-nitrilotris-ethano;2,2’,2’’-nitrilotris-Ethanol CAS: 102-71-6 MF: C6H15NO3 MW: 149.19 EINECS: 203-049-8

Chemical Properties Clear, amber viscous liquid Usage Triethanolamine is used primarily as a surfactant, reducing the surface tension between two media. It is also used as a general emulsifier for preparations, such as ones involving drug penetration ass ays. General Description Oily liquid with a mild ammonia odor. Denser than water. Freezing point is 71°F.

Air & Water Reactions Water soluble. Reactivity Profile Triethanolamine is an aminoalcohol. Neutralize acids to form salts plus water in exothermic reactions. Amines may be incompatible with isocyanates, halogenated organics, peroxides, phenols (acidic), epoxides, anhydrides, and acid halides.

Flammable gaseous hydrogen is generated in combination with strong reducing agents, such as hydrides. Reacts violently with strong oxidants. [Handling Chemicals Safely 1980. p. 928]. Health Hazard Liquid may irritate eyes and skin. Fire Hazard Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Poisonous gases, such as NOx, may be produced