Product Name: DiethanolamineDEA
CAS:111-42-2
MF: C4H11NO2
MW: 105.136
EINECS: 203-868-0
Diethanolamine, often abbreviated as DEA or DEOA, is an organic compound. It is a colorless viscous liquid or crystalline substance. Being alkaline, it can absorb carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide in the air.
What is diethanolamine (cas 111 42 2) used for?
Gas purification: This is primarily used as an absorbent for acid gases, such as CO₂, H₂S and SO₂, in natural and industrial gas streams.
Surfactant and emulsifier: Acts as a non-ionic surfactant, emulsifier and softener in various products, including:
Cosmetics/detergents: A thickener and foam booster in shampoos and light detergents.
Textiles and leather: Softener for synthetic fibres and leather.
Pharmaceuticals: Emulsifier in drugs and ointments.
Corrosion inhibition: Serves as a crucial corrosion inhibitor.
Chemical synthesis: A key intermediate for synthesising.
Analytical chemistry: It is used as a reagent and a stationary phase in gas chromatography for separating specific compounds.
Other industrial uses:
- Lubricant and polishing agent in industrial applications.
- Wetting agent in the textile industry.
- It is also used as a complexing agent for electroplating metals such as silver, cadmium, lead and zinc.
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