Ethanolamine used both as a reactive intermediate and as a mild alkaline agent, valued for combining an amine and a hydroxyl group in the same molecule.
Product Code
MEA
Monoethanolamine (MEA)
CAS Number
141-43-5
EINECS
205-483-3
Description
Synonyms
Key applications
- Flocculants
- Cellulose and paper processing
- Ion-exchange resins
- Polyurethane systems
- Textile and leather processing
- Dyes, inks and surfactants
Characteristics
| MW | 61.08 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Density | 1.014-1.019 g/cm³ |
| Color (Pt-Co) | ≤10 |
| Water | ≤0.30% |
| MEA content | ≥99.7% |
| DEA content | ≤0.1% |
| TEA content | ≤0.1% |
| Molecular formula | C2H7NO |
| Molecular weight | 61.08 g/mol |
| Melting point | 10.4-10.5°C |
| Boiling point | 170.3-171°C |
| Flash point | 85-86°C |