Triethylamine
| Formula: | C₆H₁₅N |
| CAS Number: | 121-44-8 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 203-049-8 |
| HS Code: | 29211910 |
| UN Number: | 1296 |
| IUPAC Name: | N,N-Diethylethanamine |
| Also Known As: | TEA; Triethylamine Base; Ethyl Trimethylamine |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 101.19 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor: | Strong, ammonia-like fishy odor |
| Melting Point, °C: | -115 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 89.5 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 0.726 |
| Flash Point, °C: | -7 (closed cup) |
| Refractive Index (20°C): | 1.401 |
| pH (1% solution): | Strongly basic (~11–12) |
| Purity, %: | ≥99.5 |
| Grades Available: | Industrial, Technical, High Purity |
| Packaging: | 150kg drums, 750kg IBCs, bulk ISO tanks |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Catalyst and neutralizing agent in chemical synthesis
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Used in the manufacture of quaternary ammonium compounds
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Intermediate in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and surfactants
Secondary Applications
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Accelerator in rubber processing
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Additive in fuel treatments and corrosion inhibitors
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Used in textile resins, dyes, and coatings
End Industries Served: Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals, Rubber, Textiles, Coatings, Surfactants, Specialty Chemicals
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 2), Acute Toxicity (Category 4), Corrosive (Category 1B)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H225: Highly 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 protection/face protection
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P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN – remove contaminated clothing, rinse with water
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P304 + P340: IF INHALED – remove person to fresh air, keep comfortable
Storage Conditions
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Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place
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Keep container tightly closed and away from sources of ignition
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Use explosion-proof equipment
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 3 (Flammable Liquids), UN1296, PG II
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IMDG: Class 3, UN1296, PG II
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IATA: Class 3, UN1296, PG II