Description

Diethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Acetate is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt with surfactant and phase-transfer catalyst properties. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, combining a cationic ammonium center with a hydrophilic hydroxyl group and an acetate counterion, making it highly effective in specialized chemical synthesis and formulation. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring efficient catalysis, emulsification, or as an ionic liquid precursor.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, crucial for alkylation, esterification, and displacement reactions in fine chemical synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block or catalyst in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug formulations.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used in the formulation of specialty detergents, agrochemical emulsions, and coatings due to its surface-active properties.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Acts as a starting material or component for designing task-specific ionic liquids used in green chemistry and separation processes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Incorporated into formulations for metal treatment and cooling systems to prevent corrosion.
• Textile Auxiliary: Employed as a softening agent, antistatic agent, or dyeing assistant in textile processing.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Diethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Acetate
CAS No.	13695-28-8
Molecular Formula	C8H19NO3
Molecular Weight	177.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-N,N-diethylethanaminium acetate; Diethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium acetate; Diethylethanolamine acetate salt; DEAE acetate; Acetic acid, compd. with 2-(diethylamino)ethanol (1:1); N,N-Diethyl-2-hydroxyethylammonium acetate; β-Hydroxy-triethylammonium acetate
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Quality Control

Our Diethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided to guarantee the product meets your specific application requirements and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.