Description

Bis(2-Dimethylaminoethyl) Ether is a versatile tertiary amine-based catalyst and chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its strong catalytic activity in polyurethane foam production and as a building block for specialty surfactants and pharmaceuticals. Key industries that utilize this product include polymer manufacturing, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceutical synthesis. Its reactivity profile makes it essential for formulations requiring controlled gelling and blowing reactions.

Application

• Polyurethane Foam Catalyst: Primarily used as a highly efficient gelling and blowing catalyst in the production of flexible, rigid, and molded polyurethane foams.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds, specialty surfactants, and emulsifiers.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Employed as a building block in the manufacture of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Epoxy Curing Agent: Acts as a catalyst or co-curing agent in epoxy resin systems, influencing cure speed and final properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in the development of additives for fuels and industrial fluids to prevent metal corrosion.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic processes and organic synthesis routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2-Dimethylaminoethyl) Ether
CAS No.	3033-62-3
Molecular Formula	C8H20N2O
Molecular Weight	160.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Oxybis(N,N-dimethylethanamine); N,N,N',N'-Tetramethyl-2,2'-oxybis(ethylamine); BDMAEE; Dabco BL-19; TEDA; Toyocat ET; Catalyst A-1; Bis(dimethylaminoethyl) ether; Ether, bis(2-dimethylaminoethyl)
EINECS	221-220-8

Quality Control

Our Bis(2-Dimethylaminoethyl) Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer and industry specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.423 - 1.427
Density (20°C)	0.85 - 0.87 g/mL

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