Triethanolamine (TEA)
Triethanolamine (TEA), CAS 102-71-6, is a versatile tertiary alkanolamine widely used in detergents, surfactants, cosmetics, metalworking fluids and industrial chemical formulations. Send Inquiry
Product Description
Triethanolamine (TEA), CAS Number: 102-71-6
Triethanolamine (TEA), also known as Trolamine or TEOA, is an organic tertiary alkanolamine with the chemical formula C₆H₁₅NO₃. It contains one tertiary amino group and three hydroxyl groups, combining alkaline properties with excellent water compatibility.
Product Chemical Properties
Chemical Name: Triethanolamine
Synonyms: TEA; TEOA; Trolamine; Triethanolamin; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol; Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine; Tri(hydroxyethyl)amine; Triethylolamine
CAS Number: 102-71-6
EC Number: 203-049-8
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₅NO₃
Molecular Weight: 149.19 g/mol
Product Technical Specification
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow transparent viscous liquid
TEA Assay: ≥99.3%
Monoethanolamine (MEA): ≤0.10%
Diethanolamine (DEA): ≤0.40%
Water content: ≤0.20%
Color (Hazen/Platinum-Cobalt): ≤30
Applications of Triethanolamine
Triethanolamine is a multifunctional industrial chemical raw material used across a wide range of manufacturing industries.
1. Surfactant and Detergent Manufacturing
Triethanolamine is used as a neutralizing agent and chemical intermediate in the production of surfactants, emulsifiers and detergents. It helps adjust pH and improve formulation compatibility in industrial and household cleaning products.
2. Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
TEA is used as a pH adjuster and emulsifying agent in selected cosmetic and personal care formulations, including creams, lotions, shampoos and cleansing products. It helps neutralize acidic ingredients and supports emulsion stability. Its use must comply with applicable cosmetic regulations and formulation safety requirements.
3. Metalworking Fluids and Industrial Lubricants
Triethanolamine is widely used in metalworking fluids, cutting fluids and industrial lubricants. It functions as a pH regulator and formulation component and can contribute to corrosion protection in appropriately formulated systems.
4. Cement and Concrete Industry
TEA is used as a grinding aid in cement manufacturing. It can improve grinding efficiency and influence particle dispersion during cement production, depending on dosage and formulation.
5. Textile and Leather Chemicals
Triethanolamine is used in textile auxiliaries, leather processing chemicals and specialty finishing formulations. Its neutralizing and emulsifying properties make it useful in various industrial processing systems.
6. Industrial Cleaning Products
TEA is used in industrial cleaners, degreasers, floor care products and other cleaning formulations as a pH-adjusting agent and formulation component.
7. Chemical Intermediates and Specialty Chemicals
Triethanolamine serves as a raw material for manufacturing emulsifiers, specialty surfactants, chemical derivatives and other industrial products. It is also used in selected applications involving corrosion inhibitors, dispersants and polymer formulations.
Packaging
200kg/drum
1000kg/IBC
Production Capacity
8000MT/year.
Storage Requirements
Store Triethanolamine in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Protect the product from moisture, contamination, excessive heat and prolonged exposure to air and light.
As Triethanolamine is hygroscopic, containers should remain properly sealed when not in use.
Triethanolamine (TEA) Bulk Supply from China
Hosea Chem supplies Triethanolamine (TEA), CAS 102-71-6, for industrial chemical manufacturing, detergent production, surfactant formulations, metalworking fluids and other industrial applications.
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