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16303

Sigma-Aldrich

Triethanolamine

puriss., meets analytical specification of NF, ≥99% (GC)

Synonym(s):

2,2′,2′′-Nitrilotriethanol, Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine

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Linear Formula:
(HOCH2CH2)3N
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
149.19
Beilstein:
1699263
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352100
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.21

vapor density

5.14 (vs air)

Quality Level

vapor pressure

0.01 mmHg ( 20 °C)

grade

puriss.

Assay

≥99% (GC)

autoignition temp.

600 °F

quality

meets analytical specification of NF

expl. lim.

8.5 %

impurities

≤0.2% water (Karl Fischer)
≤1% diethanolamine (GC)

ign. residue

≤0.05% (as SO4)

refractive index

n20/D 1.481-1.486
n20/D 1.485 (lit.)

useful pH range

7.3-8.3

pKa (25 °C)

7.8

bp

190-193 °C/5 mmHg (lit.)

mp

17.9-21 °C (lit.)

transition temp

solidification point 19-22 °C

density

1.124 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

OCCN(CCO)CCO

InChI

1S/C6H15NO3/c8-4-1-7(2-5-9)3-6-10/h8-10H,1-6H2

InChI key

GSEJCLTVZPLZKY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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Application


  • Synthesis and utilization of polyol-modified high specific surface area Ca(OH)(2): Investigating the role of triethanolamine in synthesizing polyol-modified calcium hydroxide, highlighting its enhanced surface properties and potential industrial applications, especially in environmental and chemical manufacturing contexts (Yan et al., 2024).

  • Colorimetric sensor array for versatile detection and discrimination: A study utilized triethanolamine in the development of a colorimetric sensor array, emphasizing its application in the environmental detection of various analytes, showcasing the compound′s versatility and importance in sensor technology (Adampourezare et al., 2024).

  • Synergistic activation of electric furnace ferronickel slag: Triethanolamine was examined as a chemical activator in the mechanical grinding process of ferronickel slag for the production of cementitious composites, providing a novel approach to industrial waste management and recycling (Jiang et al., 2024).

  • Irreversible colorimetric bio-based curcumin bilayer membranes: This research highlights the use of triethanolamine in creating bio-based curcumin bilayer membranes for smart food packaging, emphasizing its role in temperature control applications and sustainable packaging solutions (Pereira et al., 2024).

  • Effects of temperature, axial ligand, and photoexcitation on nickel(II) complexes: The study investigates the impact of triethanolamine as an axial ligand in nickel(II) complexes, underlining its significance in altering structural and spin-state properties, crucial for advanced materials science applications (Major et al., 2024).

Other Notes

The article number 16303-4X2.5L-R will be discontinued. Please order the single bottle 16303-2.5L-R which is physically identical with the same exact specifications.

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

354.2 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

179 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Triethanolamine as an Efficient and Reusable Base, Ligand and Reaction Medium for Phosphane-Free Palladium-Catalyzed Heck Reactions.
Li HJ and Wang L.
European Journal of Organic Chemistry, 22, 5099-5102 (2006)
Final report on the safety assessment of triethanolamine, diethanolamine, and monoethanolamine.
Journal of the American College of Toxicology, 2(7), 183-235 (1983)
Yuri L Lyubchenko et al.
Methods (San Diego, Calif.), 47(3), 206-213 (2008-10-07)
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Charge-transfer complexation between methyl viologen and sacrificial electron donors EDTA, triethanolamine, and cysteine.
Prasad DR and Hoffman MZ.
The Journal of Physical Chemistry, 88(23), 5660-5665 (1984)

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