CAS: 110-91-8
Morpholine is a commodity compound of rather high versatility used in multiple industrial applications. The chemical structure of morpholine is unique in that it possesses an amine-functional group on the one hand and an ether functional group on the other, so it is of special value as an intermediate in the synthesis of various products. Morpholine finds application as a solvent, corrosion inhibitor, emulsifier, and for the preparation of rubber chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural products. It is a colorless, oil-like liquid with a faint odor of ammonia.
Description and Properties
● CAS: 110-91-8
● Molecular Formula: C4H9NO
● Appearance: Colorless, oily liquid
● Boiling Point: 128°C (262°F)
● Density: 0.999 g/cm³
● pH: Alkaline
● Solubility: Completely miscible in water and many organic solvents
The applications in Home, Industrial & Institutional Cleaning (HI&I)
Morpholine is primarily used as a corrosion inhibitor and a pH stabilizer in cleaning formulations in HI&I.
● Corrosion Inhibitor: Morpholine is a very effective corrosion inhibitor protecting metals, especially in steam and boiler processes, which makes it valuable in industrial cleaning formulations.
● pH Stabilizer: It aids in keeping the alkali content of the cleaning solution high so that cleaning is more efficient and the product is stable for a longer time.
● Solvent: Morpholine is soluble in both water and organic solvents, thereby manifesting its use in cleaning products by dissolving grease, oils, and other contaminants.
Other Applications
● Rubber Industry: Morpholine is one of the rubber chemicals used to produce an intermediate from which the formulation of essential vulcanization process accelerators is derived.
● Pharmaceuticals: Because of this property, morpholine serves as a precursor for the synthesis of several drugs, including antibiotics and anti-inflammatories, which require stabilization against complex molecules.
● Agricultural: Morpholine is extensively used in fungicides and pesticides to enhance the stability and effectiveness of agricultural formulations.
● Coatings and Paints: An emulsifier and anti-corrosive, morpholine improves the durability and stability of coatings and paints applied in industrial and commercial applications.
● Water Treatment: Morpholine is an important additive in water treatment plants in combating corrosion by regulating pH throughout the entire operational process.