Triethanolamine pure sol. BMBcert

Triethanolamine (TEOA) is a trihydroxy functional tertiary amine belonging to the class of ethanolamines. It is a versatile intermediate with a broad application base.

General

Coatings
TEOA is used as a neutralizing agent in water-based coatings. Additionally, it aids pigment dispersion.

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

Inks
TEOA is used as a neutralizing agent in water-based inks. Additionally, it aids pigment dispersion.

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

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

Other
Combined with fatty acids, TEOA forms quat salts. These surfactants are then used in a variety of personal care and industrial applications.

Products are offered pure and in solutions with water.