CAS: 102-71-6; 36936-60-4
Triethanolamine is a dark chemical mixture integrating into the family of ethanolamines mostly used for its emulsifying, stabilizing, and excellent pH balance properties. Triethanolamine Dark of different grades is identified by its darker color caused by additional impurities from the production process. Sharing many characteristics with standard triethanolamine, its texture makes it more suitable for industrial uses where appearance is not critical but functionality is essential. Triethanolamine Dark has a fundamental role in several industries, mainly in lubricants and greases, and has a long history as an emulsifier and detergent.
Chemical Properties Triethanolamine Dark
● CAS: 102-71-6; 36936-60-4
● Molecular Formula: C6H15NO3
● Molecular Weight: 149.19 g/mol
● Boiling Point: 335.4 °C
● Melting Point: 21.2 °C
● Density: 1.124 g/cm³
Physical Characteristics
Triethanolamine Dark is a viscous, amber-colored liquid with hygroscopic properties. Its chemical stability, water solubility, and ability to act as a weak base make it highly versatile in industrial formulations. It exhibits strong emulsifying capabilities, allowing for improved product performance in many sectors.
Triethanolamine Dark
plays an essential role in lubricants and greases as it acts as a corrosion inhibitor and prevents oxidation and wear of metal parts. It is even a common additive in the formulations of water-soluble greases and lubricants, which optimizes the longevity and efficiency of these products under high stress conditions. Its ability to stabilize emulsions makes it a key ingredient in the formulation of lubricating fluids for both heavy machinery and automotive applications.
Other Significant Industries
● Agriculture: Serves as a neutralizing agent in agricultural chemicals.
● Food & Nutrition: used as cleaning solutions for food processing equipment.
● Personal Care: Included in a pH adjuster and emulsifier in cosmetics.
● Construction: Added to a component in cement additives to enhance workability.
● Case: Offer excellent product consistency and stability.
● Pharmaceutical: Serve as an excipient in topical and liquid formulations.
● Hygiene & Industrial Cleaning: suitable as a neutralizing agent in industrial cleaning agents.
● Plastic & Rubber: utilized in the manufacturing of plasticizers and stabilizers.
● Petroleum & Gas: Helps in water separation processes in oil refineries.
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