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Triethanolamine

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Chemical Product

Triethanolamine

    Synonyms:
    TEA, Trolamine, 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol
    Molecular Formula:
    C6H15NO3
    Cas Number:
    102-71-6
    Molecular Weight:
    149.19 g/mol
    Product Description:
    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.
    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.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties
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
  • Product Description
  • Applications
  • Physical and Chemical Properties
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.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties Data
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