Diethylene Triamine (Bulk)
| Formula: | C₄H₁₃N₃ |
| CAS Number: | 111-40-0 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 203-865-4 |
| HS Code: | 29212900 |
| UN Number: | 2079 |
| IUPAC Name: | 2,2′-Iminodi(ethylamine) |
| Also Known As: | DETA; Bis(2-aminoethyl)amine; 2,2′-Iminobis(ethylamine) |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 103.17 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor: | Ammonia-like |
| Melting Point, °C: | -39 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 207 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 0.95 |
| Flash Point, °C: | 96 (closed cup) |
| Solubility: | Miscible with water and alcohols |
| pH (1% solution): | Alkaline |
| Purity, %: | ≥99 |
| Grades Available: | Industrial, Technical |
| Packaging: | 200kg drums, 1000kg IBC, bulk ISO tanks |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Intermediate in manufacture of polyamides and epoxy curing agents
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Used in production of chelating agents
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Raw material for wet-strength resins in paper industry
Secondary Applications
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Additive in lubricants and fuel formulations
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Component in corrosion inhibitors and surfactants
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Used in water treatment chemicals
End Industries Served: Epoxy Resins, Polyamides, Paper, Lubricants, Water Treatment, Oil & Gas, Coatings, Chemicals
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Corrosive, Harmful
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H302: Harmful if swallowed
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H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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H317: May cause allergic skin reaction
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H332: Harmful if inhaled
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection
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P260: Do not breathe vapors/mist
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P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN – Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with water
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P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES – Rinse cautiously with water, remove contact lenses if present
Storage Conditions
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Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area
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Keep container tightly closed when not in use
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Avoid contact with acids and oxidizing agents
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 8, UN2079, PG II
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IMDG: Class 8, UN2079, PG II
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IATA: Class 8, UN2079, PG II