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Triethanolamine (TEA) 99%

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Triethanolamine (TEA) 99% is a high-purity grade of triethanolamine, a viscous, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild ammonia-like odor. This high-concentration grade is widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications where superior purity is required. It functions primarily as a pH adjuster, emulsifier, surfactant, and corrosion inhibitor. TEA 99% is essential in neutralizing fatty acids to form soaps and stabilizing emulsions, enabling improved texture and stability in personal care products, as well as in chemical manufacturing processes demanding high-quality inputs.

 

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Primary Uses
Cosmetics and Personal Care: Used as a pH adjuster, emulsifier, and surfactant in creams, lotions, shampoos, soaps, and other personal care products requiring high purity to avoid impurities that affect product safety and stability.

Pharmaceutical Formulations: Serves as a pH regulator and emulsifying agent in topical ointments, creams, and medicinal solutions, where high-grade materials are crucial.

Industrial Applications: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and neutralizing agent in metalworking fluids, cooling towers, boilers, and other water treatment systems that demand high purity to minimize contamination.

Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of surfactants, detergents, textile processing chemicals, and other specialty chemicals requiring a high purity raw material.

Secondary Uses
Agriculture: Incorporated in pesticide formulations as a neutralizing and dispersing agent to enhance performance.

Paints and Coatings: Acts as a neutralizer and stabilizer in water-based paints and coatings with strict purity standards.

Printing Industry: Used as a pH regulator and emulsifier in ink formulations requiring minimal impurities.

Gas Treatment: Applied in scrubbing acidic gases such as CO2 and H2S, where purity impacts efficiency and corrosion control.

PRODUCT KEY FEATURES

Chemical Name (IUPAC): 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol

Common/Trade Name: Triethanolamine (TEA) 99%

CAS Number: 102-71-6

HS Code: 2922.49.00

Synonyms: TEA, Tri-hydroxyethylamine

 

Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical State: Viscous liquid

Color & Odor: Colorless to pale yellow; mild ammonia-like odor

Boiling Point: 335 °C (decomposes)

Melting Point: 20 °C

Density: 1.125 g/cm³ at 20 °C

Solubility: Miscible with water and alcohol

Purity: ≥ 99%

pH: Alkaline (typically 10.5–11.5 in 1% aqueous solution)

 

Safety & Hazard Attributes
GHS Classification: Skin irritant (Category 2); eye irritant (Category 2A)

Toxicity: Low acute toxicity; may cause irritation on prolonged exposure

Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits; general industrial hygiene recommended

 

Storage & Handling Attributes
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials

Container Type: Plastic or steel drums, jerrycans

Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage

Handling Precautions: Avoid inhalation, skin and eye contact; use personal protective equipment (PPE)

 

Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
Complies with REACH, FDA (where applicable), and other international chemical safety regulations

Produced under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications

Listed on chemical inventories including TSCA and EINECS

 

Environmental & Health Impact
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable under aerobic conditions

Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic life at typical use levels

Bioaccumulation: Negligible potential

SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

PPE Required: Gloves, goggles, and protective clothing recommended

Handling Guidelines: Use in well-ventilated areas; avoid direct contact with skin and eyes

Storage Measures: Keep containers tightly closed, away from acids and oxidizing agents

 

First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms develop

Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing

Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical advice if irritation persists

Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting; seek immediate medical attention

 

Firefighting Measures
Fire Hazards: Combustible liquid; emits toxic fumes on combustion

Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide

Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides

 

 

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