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16303

Sigma-Aldrich

Triethanolamine

puriss., meets analytical specification of NF, ≥99% (GC)

Synonym(s):

2,2′,2′′-Nitrilotriethanol, Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine

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Linear Formula:
(HOCH2CH2)3N
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
149.19
Beilstein:
1699263
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352100
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.21

vapor density

5.14 (vs air)

Quality Level

vapor pressure

0.01 mmHg ( 20 °C)

grade

puriss.

Assay

≥99% (GC)

autoignition temp.

600 °F

quality

meets analytical specification of NF

expl. lim.

8.5 %

impurities

≤0.2% water (Karl Fischer)
≤1% diethanolamine (GC)

ign. residue

≤0.05% (as SO4)

refractive index

n20/D 1.481-1.486
n20/D 1.485 (lit.)

useful pH range

7.3-8.3

pKa (25 °C)

7.8

bp

190-193 °C/5 mmHg (lit.)

mp

17.9-21 °C (lit.)

transition temp

solidification point 19-22 °C

density

1.124 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

OCCN(CCO)CCO

InChI

1S/C6H15NO3/c8-4-1-7(2-5-9)3-6-10/h8-10H,1-6H2

InChI key

GSEJCLTVZPLZKY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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Application


  • Synthesis and utilization of polyol-modified high specific surface area Ca(OH)(2): Investigating the role of triethanolamine in synthesizing polyol-modified calcium hydroxide, highlighting its enhanced surface properties and potential industrial applications, especially in environmental and chemical manufacturing contexts (Yan et al., 2024).

  • Colorimetric sensor array for versatile detection and discrimination: A study utilized triethanolamine in the development of a colorimetric sensor array, emphasizing its application in the environmental detection of various analytes, showcasing the compound′s versatility and importance in sensor technology (Adampourezare et al., 2024).

  • Synergistic activation of electric furnace ferronickel slag: Triethanolamine was examined as a chemical activator in the mechanical grinding process of ferronickel slag for the production of cementitious composites, providing a novel approach to industrial waste management and recycling (Jiang et al., 2024).

  • Irreversible colorimetric bio-based curcumin bilayer membranes: This research highlights the use of triethanolamine in creating bio-based curcumin bilayer membranes for smart food packaging, emphasizing its role in temperature control applications and sustainable packaging solutions (Pereira et al., 2024).

  • Effects of temperature, axial ligand, and photoexcitation on nickel(II) complexes: The study investigates the impact of triethanolamine as an axial ligand in nickel(II) complexes, underlining its significance in altering structural and spin-state properties, crucial for advanced materials science applications (Major et al., 2024).

Other Notes

The article number 16303-4X2.5L-R will be discontinued. Please order the single bottle 16303-2.5L-R which is physically identical with the same exact specifications.

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

354.2 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

179 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Triethanolamine as an Efficient and Reusable Base, Ligand and Reaction Medium for Phosphane-Free Palladium-Catalyzed Heck Reactions.
Li HJ and Wang L.
European Journal of Organic Chemistry, 22, 5099-5102 (2006)
Youngsik Seo et al.
Journal of analytical science and technology, 11(1), 21-21 (2020-06-17)
Cubic-shaped Ag3PO4 crystals with a mean size of 1 μm were synthesized by a precipitation method from a mixed solution of AgNO3, Na2HPO4, and triethanolamine. The antibacterial activities against Escherichia coli, Listeria innocua, and Pseudomonas syringae DC3000 in both the absence
Final report on the safety assessment of triethanolamine, diethanolamine, and monoethanolamine.
Journal of the American College of Toxicology, 2(7), 183-235 (1983)
Yuri L Lyubchenko et al.
Methods (San Diego, Calif.), 47(3), 206-213 (2008-10-07)
This paper describes protocols for studies of structure and dynamics of DNA and protein-DNA complexes with atomic force microscopy (AFM) utilizing the surface chemistry approach. The necessary specifics for the preparation of functionalized surfaces and AFM probes with the use
Charge-transfer complexation between methyl viologen and sacrificial electron donors EDTA, triethanolamine, and cysteine.
Prasad DR and Hoffman MZ.
The Journal of Physical Chemistry, 88(23), 5660-5665 (1984)

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