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Triethanolamine (TEA) is a colorless to pale yellow, viscous liquid with a slight ammonia-like odor. It is widely used as an emulsifier, surfactant, and pH regulator in cosmetics, personal care products, detergents, and industrial applications.
- Personal Care & Cosmetics: Found in lotions, shampoos, and creams as an emulsifier.
- Detergent Industry: Used in liquid soaps and household cleaners.
- Cement & Concrete Industry: Acts as a grinding aid and performance enhancer.
- Textile Processing: Used in dyeing and finishing processes.
- Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifier.
Appearance
Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Odor
Mild ammonia-like odor
Molecular Formula
C6H15NO3
Molecular Weight
149.19 g/mol
Boiling Point
335 °C
Density
1.12 g/cm³
Solubility
Completely soluble in water
pH (1% solution)
10.0 - 11.5
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions
IUPAC Name
2-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethanol
Summenformel
C6H15NO3
Molekulargewicht
149.19 g/mol g/mol
SMILES
C(CO)N(CCO)CCO
InChIKey
GSEJCLTVZPLZKY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
⚠️ For information only; not a substitute for the official SDS.