Description
  • Chemical Name
    Triethanolamine
  • Assay
    ≥98%
  • Grade
    Reagent Grade
  • Form
    Viscous Liquid
  • Functional Groups
    Amine, Hydroxyl

Description

What is Lab Pro Triethanolamine?

Lab Pro Triethanolamine (TEA) is a reagent-grade organic compound supplied as a viscous liquid with a minimum assay of 98%. It contains both amine and hydroxyl functional groups, making it suitable for use as a buffer, emulsifier, and chemical intermediate in laboratory and research applications.

Triethanolamine is completely soluble in water and exhibits buffering capability within a useful pH range of 7.3 to 8.3. Its chemical structure supports a wide range of reactions and formulations where controlled pH adjustment, emulsification, or nitrogen functionality is required.

Key Features

  • Reagent grade triethanolamine
  • ≥98% assay
  • Viscous liquid form
  • Fully water soluble
  • Contains amine and hydroxyl functional groups

Common Applications

  • Buffering agent
  • Emulsifier
  • Nitrogen precursor for nanomaterial synthesis
  • Cross-linking agent in catalyst preparation
  • Reducing agent in nanoparticle synthesis

Packaging Details

  • Quantity: 1 Gallon
  • Form Supplied: Liquid

Standards and Certifications

  • Lab Pro CofA
  • Lab Pro SDS
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Chemical Information

Chemical Name Triethanolamine
Linear Formula (HOCH₂CH₂)₃N
Molecular Weight 149.19
CAS Number 102-71-6
EC Number 203-049-8
MDL Number MFCD00002855
PubChem Substance ID 57654681

Physical Properties

Appearance / Form Viscous liquid
Density 1.124 g/mL at 25 °C
Melting Point 17.9 – 21 °C
Boiling Point 190–193 °C at 5 mmHg
Vapor Pressure 0.01 mmHg at 20 °C
Vapor Density 5.14 (vs air)
Refractive Index n²⁰/D 1.485
Autoignition Temperature 600 °F

Chemical Characteristics

Assay 98%
Useful pH Range 7.3 – 8.3
pKa (25 °C) 7.8
Explosive Limit 8.5%
Functional Groups Amine, Hydroxyl

Solubility

Water Solubility Completely soluble (149 g/L at 20 °C)