Description

Bis(Hydroxyethyl)Methylamine is a versatile tertiary amine and polyol compound, serving as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, containing both amine and hydroxyl groups, makes it an essential intermediate for creating high-performance polymers, surfactants, and pharmaceutical agents. This compound is particularly valuable for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop products with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring amine-alcohol functional groups.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or chain extender in the manufacture of polyurethanes, epoxy curing agents, and other specialty polymers.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for producing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers used in industrial and personal care formulations.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into industrial water treatment and metalworking fluids due to its amine functionality.
• Gas Treating Agent: Utilized in processes for acid gas (CO₂, H₂S) scrubbing and purification in the petrochemical industry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Functions as an intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Crosslinking Agent: Employed in coatings, adhesives, and sealants to modify mechanical and chemical resistance properties.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Used to synthesize ligands for metal complexation in various chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Hydroxyethyl)Methylamine
CAS No.	591248-66-7
Molecular Formula	C5H13NO2
Molecular Weight	119.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyldiethanolamine; MDEA; 2,2'-(Methylimino)diethanol; N-Methyl-2,2'-iminodiethanol; N-Methylbis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine; Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)methylamine; N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)methylamine; Methyliminodiethanol
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Hydroxyethyl)Methylamine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment. We can support compliance requirements for cGMP, ISO, and other relevant quality standards upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, oxidizing agents, and moisture. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of carbon dioxide and water vapor from the atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC or Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.035 - 1.045
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.468 - 1.472

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