Linear ethyleneamine carrying both primary and secondary amine groups plus a hydroxyl group. Used as a chemical intermediate in the production of chelating agents, fuel and lubricant additives, fabric softeners and specialty epoxy curing agents.
Product Code
AEEA
Hydroxyethyl Ethylenediamine (AEEA)
CAS Number
111-41-1
EINECS
203-867-5
Description
Synonyms
Key applications
- Chelating agent intermediate
- Fuel and lubricant additive intermediate
- Fabric softener intermediate
- Specialty epoxy curing agents
Characteristics
| Molecular formula | C4H12N2O |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 104.15 |
| Appearance | Colorless or yellowish transparent liquid |
| Color (Pt-Co) | ≤ 10 |
| Purity | ≥ 99.5% |
| Water | ≤ 0.2% |
| Melting point | -33°C |
| Boiling point | 238-244°C |
| Flash point | 132°C |
| Density | 1.025-1.03 g/cm3 |