Description
Product Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Monoethanolamine |
| Chemical Formula | C₂H₇NO |
| CAS Number | 141-43-5 |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odour | Ammonia-like odour |
| Molecular Weight | 61.08 g/mol |
| Purity | ≥ 99% (Industrial Grade) |
| pH | Strongly alkaline (basic solution) |
| Boiling Point | ~170°C |
| Solubility | Completely miscible with water |
| Density | ~1.01 g/cm³ at 20°C |
| Packaging | 25 L containers, 200 L drums, 1,000 L IBC tanks, bulk supply |
| Storage | Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from acids, oxidizers, and moisture. |
Uses
Monoethanolamine is widely used across industrial sectors, including:
- Natural gas sweetening (removal of CO₂ and H₂S).
- Manufacture of detergents, surfactants, and cleaning agents.
- Production of emulsifiers and corrosion inhibitors.
- Chemical intermediate in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
- pH control agent in industrial formulations.
- Textile finishing and processing applications.
- Cement grinding aid formulations.
- Gas treatment in refineries and petrochemical plants.
- Metalworking fluids and lubricants.
- Personal care and cosmetic chemical synthesis (regulated formulations).
Benefits
- Highly effective in acid gas removal systems.
- Strong alkalinity for efficient chemical neutralization.
- Versatile intermediate for multiple industrial applications.
- Excellent water solubility for easy formulation.
- Enhances performance of detergents and surfactants.
- Supports efficient gas purification and processing.
- Reliable performance under industrial operating conditions.
- Cost-effective chemical for large-scale processing.
- Compatible with a wide range of industrial formulations.
- Widely adopted across oil & gas and chemical industries.
Safety Information
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
- Avoid inhalation of vapours and prevent direct contact with skin and eyes.
- Use only in well-ventilated areas or under controlled ventilation systems.
- Corrosive material — avoid contact with acids and reactive substances.
- Store in tightly closed containers away from heat, moisture, and incompatible chemicals.
- In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention.
- In case of skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
- If inhaled, move to fresh air immediately and seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
- Always consult the latest Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before handling, storage, or transport.
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