Dimethylethanolamine
| Formula: | C₄H₁₁NO |
| CAS Number: | 108-01-0 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 203-820-9 |
| HS Code: | 29221900 |
| UN Number: | 2051 |
| IUPAC Name: | 2-(Dimethylamino)ethanol |
| Also Known As: | N,N-Dimethylethanolamine; DMAE; 2-Dimethylaminoethanol |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 89.14 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor: | Ammoniacal, fishy |
| Melting Point, °C: | –70 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 134–136 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 0.89 |
| Flash Point, °C: | 40 (closed cup) |
| Refractive Index (20°C): | 1.437 |
| Solubility: | Miscible with water, alcohols, ketones |
| pH (1% solution): | ~11.5 |
| Vapor Pressure (at 20°C): | 2.5 mmHg |
| Purity, %: | ≥99 |
| Grades Available: | Industrial, Technical, Pharmaceutical |
| Packaging: | 180kg drums, 900kg IBC, bulk ISO tanks |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Intermediate in production of resins, coatings, and polyurethanes
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Used as a curing agent in epoxy resins
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Precursor in water treatment chemicals
Secondary Applications
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Additive in corrosion inhibitors and cleaning agents
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Used in gas treatment (acid gas scrubbing)
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Cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications (limited, controlled grades)
End Industries Served: Coatings, Resins, Water Treatment, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care, Industrial Chemicals
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 3), Acute Toxicity (Category 4), Skin Corrosive (Category 1B)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
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H302: Harmful if swallowed
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H312: Harmful in contact with skin
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H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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H332: Harmful if inhaled
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames
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P280: Wear protective gloves/eye/face protection
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P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED – rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting
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P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN – remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin
Storage Conditions
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Store in cool, well-ventilated area under nitrogen blanket
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Keep container tightly closed and away from heat/sunlight
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Use corrosion-resistant storage tanks (stainless steel preferred)
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 3, UN2051, PG II
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IMDG: Class 3, UN2051, PG II
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IATA: Class 3, UN2051, PG II
Regulatory Information
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REACH Status (EU): Registered
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FDA Approval: Limited use in cosmetics/pharma (requires compliance with purity standards)
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ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001, ISO 14001)
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Country Standards: Meets EU, US, and BIS specifications (depending on grade)