Description

(Diethylamino)Methanol is a versatile tertiary amino alcohol with significant utility as a key chemical intermediate. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a basic amino group and a reactive hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in catalysis, polymer modification, and the production of quaternary ammonium compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring tertiary amine or amino alcohol functionalities.
• Catalyst and Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized catalysts and ligands used in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial cooling and processing systems.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce amine functionality into polymers, altering their physical properties, adhesion, or compatibility.
• Quaternary Ammonium Compound Synthesis: A key precursor for manufacturing various quats used as surfactants, disinfectants, and fabric softeners.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Gas Treating Agent: Can be used in formulations for the selective absorption of acidic gases like carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(Diethylamino)Methanol
CAS No.	15931-59-6
Molecular Formula	C5H13NO
Molecular Weight	103.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Diethylamino)ethanol (common misnomer, check structure); N,N-Diethylmethanolamine; Diethylaminomethanol; Methanol, (diethylamino)-; N-Ethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)ethylamine (isomer); Amino alcohol DEA; DEAM
EINECS	240-088-1

Quality Control

Our (Diethylamino)Methanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and acids. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.430 - 1.435
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL

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