Description

Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Acetate is a quaternary ammonium salt with unique surfactant and buffering properties. This versatile compound is valued for its ability to act as an effective phase-transfer catalyst and a gentle, biodegradable cationic agent. It serves critical functions in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and personal care formulations, where controlled reactivity and mild conditions are required.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, crucial in organic synthesis and polymer manufacturing.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a mild conditioning agent and emulsifier in hair care products and skin creams.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring quaternary ammonium intermediates.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Acts as a softener and antistatic agent in fabric treatment processes.
• Biodegradable Surfactants: Serves as a building block for environmentally friendly cationic surfactants.
• Laboratory Research: Utilized as a buffering agent and ionic liquid precursor in various chemical research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Acetate
CAS No.	14806-72-5
Molecular Formula	C8H19NO5
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Triethanolammonium Acetate; Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium ethanoate; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(ethanol) acetate; TEA Acetate; Triethanolamine Acetate; Trihydroxytriethylammonium Acetate; Acetic acid, compd. with 2,2',2''-nitrilotris[ethanol] (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
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.