IUPAC Name
N,N-Diethylethanamine
Cas Number
121-44-8
HS Code
2921.19.10
Formula
N(CH2CH3)3
Appearance
Clear Colorless Liquid
Common Names
(Triethyl)amine
Packaging
120 @ 150 kg Galvanized Iron Drum, 18 MT / 20FCL
Brief Overview
Triethylamine is a colorless and very volatile liquid which carries an ammonia-like odor. Its major application is its usage as a base for the production of esters and amides from acyl chlorides.
Manufacturing Processes
Triethylamine is manufactured through alkylation of ammonia using ethanol.
NH3 + 3 C2H5OH → N(C2H5)3 + 3 H2O
Polymer Industry
Triethylamine is used as a catalyst in the manufacturing of polymers such as polyurethane foams and epoxy resins.
Pesticide Industry
Triethylamine is used to produce pesticides such as Triclopyr.
Textile Industry
It is used in the production of quaternary ammonium compounds and salts that are used in dyes.
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