Description

n-tert-Butyldiethanolamine is a versatile tertiary amine and diol compound, valued for its dual functional groups that make it a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary commercial significance lies in its role as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers, where it contributes to the formation of active ingredients and performance-enhancing additives. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring tertiary amine or diol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators as a core structural component.
• Polymer Additive & Crosslinker: Serves as a monomer or crosslinking agent in the production of polyurethanes, epoxy resins, and other specialty polymers.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an effective component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial cooling and processing systems.
• Gas Treating Agent: Utilized in acid gas (e.g., CO2, H2S) scrubbing solutions due to its amine functionality.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: A starting material for the synthesis of complexing agents used in water treatment and metal ion sequestration.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Provides the amine backbone for manufacturing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-tert-Butyldiethanolamine
CAS No.	2160-93-2
Molecular Formula	C8H19NO2
Molecular Weight	161.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-(tert-Butylimino)diethanol; N-tert-Butyldiethanolamine; N-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)diethanolamine; N-t-Butyldiethanolamine; Diethanol-tert-butylamine; tert-Butylbis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine; BDEA; TBDEA
EINECS	218-482-5

Quality Control

Our n-tert-Butyldiethanolamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon blanket) to maintain product integrity.

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 (n20/D)	1.468 - 1.472
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.980 - 1.010

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