DEA
Diethanolamine, often abbreviated as DEA or DEOA, is an organic compound with the formula HN (CH2CH2OH) 2. Pure diethanolamine is a white solid at room temperature, but its tendencies to absorb water and to supercool [2] mean it is often encountered as a colorless, viscous liquid. Diethanolamine is polyfunctional, being a secondary amine and a diol.
DEA is used in the production of diethanolamides, which are common ingredients in cosmetics and shampoos added to confer a creamy texture and foaming action. Consequently, some cosmetics that include diethanolamides as ingredients may contain traces of DEA.
- Polyurethanes,
- Anti-corrosion ferrous,
- Cement industries, textile industries,
- Acid gas removal
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Test |
Spec, Value |
Unit |
Test Method |
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Purity |
98.5 MIN |
WT% |
MA-503 |
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Color |
15 MAX |
Pt-Co |
ASTM D 1209 |
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Water |
0.15 MAX |
WT% |
ASTM D 1364 |
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MEA |
0.6 MAX |
WT% |
MA-503 |
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TEA |
0.8 MAX |
WT% |
MA-503 |
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SP. GR (20/20) C |
1.09-1094 |
ASTM D 891 |
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Equivalent M.W |
104 - 106 |
WT% |
MA-238 |
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