Amines, High-Purity Solvents

Monoethanolamine(MEOA)

Alkaline Degreaser with Monoethanolamine (MEOA) and 141-43-5

This is a ready-to-use, heavy-duty alkaline degreaser specifically formulated for effective cleaning and degreasing of various surfaces. Its robust composition includes Monoethanolamine (MEOA), CAS 141-43-5, along with non-ionic surfactants, potassium hydroxide, and sequestering agents. This clear, colorless liquid, characterized by its highly alkaline pH of 13.0-14.0, efficiently tackles stubborn oils, grease, and carbon deposits. Being completely soluble in water, it offers versatile application for thorough cleaning performance.

Attributes

Key Features and Benefits

Serves as a versatile chemical intermediate combining amine and alcohol functionalities.
Highly effective for removing acid gases like CO2 and H2S from natural gas and refinery streams.
An essential building block for producing detergents, emulsifiers, and surfactants.
Functions as a key component in corrosion inhibitors for coolants and metalworking fluids.
Widely used in textile processing, rubber manufacturing, and agricultural chemical formulations.
Acts as a reliable pH adjuster and emulsifier in personal care and cosmetic products.
Employed as a catalyst in urethane foam production and a curing agent for epoxy resins.
Offers excellent miscibility with both water and a wide range of organic solvents.

Specifications

Technical Highlights

Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Purity, % wt (MEOA): 99.5 min
Water Content, % wt: 0.2 max
Color, Pt-Co: 15 max
Density @ 20°C, g/cm³: 1.014 – 1.019
pH (10% solution): 10.0 – 11.5
Freezing Point, °C: 10.5
Boiling Point, °C: 170.8
Flash Point, °C (PMCC): 93
Viscosity @ 20°C, cP: 24.1

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Practical industry uses

Applications

Gas Treating: Used in gas treating plants to efficiently remove acidic gases like CO2 and H2S from process streams.
Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various other chemicals.
Urethane Catalyst: Functions as a catalyst to accelerate reactions in urethane production.
Textile Softeners & Surfactants: Employed in the manufacture of textile softeners and as an intermediate for producing surfactants.
Pharmaceuticals: Applied in the formulation and synthesis of various pharmaceutical products.
Water Treatment & Corrosion Inhibition: Utilized in water treatment processes and as an effective corrosion inhibitor.