Diethanolamine (DEA) (CAS: 111-42-2) – Surfactant and Industrial Chemical

🧪 CAS Number: 111-42-2

🌟 Product Description

Diethanolamine is a colorless to pale yellow, viscous organic compound with a mild ammonia-like odor. It is widely used in surfactant production, detergents, cosmetics, gas treatment, and as an intermediate in chemical processes.

🏭 Applications

🧼 Detergents & Cleaning: Foam booster and stabilizer

💇‍♀️ Cosmetics: Emulsifier in shampoos, creams, and lotions

💨 Gas Treatment: Absorption of acid gases

🧪 Chemical Industry: Intermediate and reagent

🌱 Agriculture: Component in pesticide formulations

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid

Odor: Mild ammonia-like

Molecular Weight: 105.14 g/mol

Density: ~1.09 g/cm³ (20 °C)

Boiling Point: ~269 °C

Melting Point: ~28 °C

Solubility: Fully soluble in water

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Prolonged skin contact may cause irritation. Use gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.

🔑 Keywords

diethanolamine, DEA, CAS 111-42-2, surfactant raw material, detergent chemical, cosmetic ingredient, gas treatment

📛 Other Names

DEA, 2,2'-Iminodiethanol, Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine