Formula: | C₆H₁₅NO |
CAS Number: | 100-37-8 |
EC Number (EINECS): | 203-716-3 |
HS Code: | 29221990 |
UN Number: | 2051 |
IUPAC Name: | 2-(Diethylamino)ethanol |
Also Known As: | N,N-Diethylethanolamine; DEEA; 2-Diethylaminoethanol |
Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 117.19 |
Appearance: | Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid |
Odor: | Ammoniacal, fishy |
Melting Point, °C: | –70 |
Boiling Point, °C: | 161–163 |
Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 0.89–0.90 |
Flash Point, °C: | 58 (closed cup) |
Solubility: | Miscible with water and alcohols |
pH (1% solution): | Alkaline (~11) |
Vapor Pressure (at 20°C): | ~2 mmHg |
Purity, %: | ≥99.0 |
Grades Available: | Technical, Industrial, High Purity Grade |
Packaging: | 200kg drums, 1000kg IBC, bulk ISO tanks |
Primary Applications
Absorbent in CO₂ capture and natural gas sweetening
Intermediate for synthesis of surfactants and emulsifiers
Used in manufacturing of corrosion inhibitors
Secondary Applications
Catalyst in polyurethane foam production
Additive in coatings, resins, and adhesives
Chemical intermediate in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals
End Industries Served: Oil & Gas, Refining, Polyurethane, Paints & Coatings, Water Treatment, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals
Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 3), Acute Toxicity (Category 4), Skin/Eye Irritant (Category 2)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
H302: Harmful if swallowed
H312: Harmful in contact with skin
H315: Causes skin irritation
H319: Causes serious eye irritation
H332: Harmful if inhaled
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames
P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P312: IF SWALLOWED – Call a POISON CENTER if unwell
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES – Rinse cautiously with water, remove contact lenses
Storage Conditions
Store in tightly closed containers under nitrogen blanket
Keep away from sources of ignition and direct sunlight
Hygroscopic – protect from moisture
Transport Information
ADR/RID: Class 3, UN2051, PG III
IMDG: Class 3, UN2051, PG III
IATA: Class 3, UN2051, PG III
REACH Status (EU): Registered
FDA Approval: Not approved for direct food use
ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001 for manufacturing grade)
Country Standards: Complies with industrial and technical chemical norms