Methyldiethanolamine

Methyldiethanolamine (MDEOA) is a dihydroxy functional tertiary amine. It is a versatile intermediate with a variety of applications.

General

Coatings
MDEOA is used as a co-initiator for type II photoinitiator combinations.

As a neutralizing agent, MDEOA increases resin solubility and improves solution stability by reducing pH drift. Additionally, it aids pigment dispersion.

Foams and Elastomers
MDEOA can be used as a chain extender during the synthesis of polyol-based polyurethane foams and elastomers.

Inks
MDEOA is used as a co-initiator for type II photoinitiator combinations.

Metal Working
In metal working fluids, MDEOA is used both as a pH buffer as well as an anticorrosion additive.

Textiles
MDEOA forms quat salts with fatty acids which then find application in fabric softener formulations.