Description

2-[(Hydroxymethyl)Amino]Ethanol is a versatile amino alcohol compound with a bifunctional structure containing both hydroxyl and amino groups. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in the synthesis of more complex chemical products. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring a reactive amine-alcohol moiety.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring ethanolamine derivatives.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used as a component in formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial cooling water systems.
• Gas Treating Agent: Acts as an absorbent in gas scrubbing processes for the removal of acidic components like carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the production of chelating agents used in detergents and water treatment.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed in the production of epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and other polymers to modify flexibility and curing properties.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: A reactive intermediate for manufacturing non-ionic surfactants used in personal care and industrial cleaning products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(Hydroxymethyl)Amino]Ethanol
CAS No.	34375-28-5
Molecular Formula	C3H9NO2
Molecular Weight	91.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Hydroxymethyl)amino]ethanol; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)aminomethanol; Ethanol, 2-[(hydroxymethyl)amino]-; Bis(hydroxymethyl)aminoethane (common misnomer); HMAE; Aminoethanol, N-(hydroxymethyl)-; 2-(Hydroxymethylamino)ethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(Hydroxymethyl)Amino]Ethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent performance for industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after initial use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details
Density (20°C)	~1.15 g/cm³

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