Mono ethanol amine

Mono ethanol amine

The chemical composition of monoethanolamine or ethanolamine is represented by the abbreviation MEA . Monoethanolamine (MEA) formula is (HOCH2CH2NH2)

The chemical composition of monoethanolamine or ethanolamine is represented by the abbreviation MEA . Monoethanolamine (MEA) formula is (HOCH2CH2NH2) . When we looking at the structure of the monoethanolamine molecule, we see a first type amine and a first type alcohol in this substance. This organic compound is a colorless, viscous liquid that smells like ammonia. Derivatives of this amino compound are found in large biological molecules such as lipids, where animal and plant physiological processes such as seed germination, chloroplasts, flowering process, etc. must be performed. Ethanolamine compounds are also in a group of amino acids.

Physical and chemical properties of MEA

Details Characteristic
IUPAC Nomenclature 2-Amino Ethane-A-OL
Common names 20-aminoethanol / 2-amino-1-ethanol / monoethanolamine / beta-aminoethanol / olamine / glycinol / ethyl olamine / colamine / 2-hydroxyethylene amine
CAS Number 141-43-5
Chemical formula C2H7NO
Molar mass 61.084 g / mol
Facial features Colorless liquid – smells like ammonia
Density 1.01 g / cm3
Melting point 10.3 ° C
Boiling point 170 ° C
Solubility in water It is miscible
Steam pressure 64 Pascals at 20 ° C
Flashpoint (in closed container) 85 ° C

Applications of Monoethanolamine

How we produce MEA

Monoethanolamine is produced by the reaction of ethylene oxide with an aqueous solution of ammonia. This reaction also causes the production of diethanol amine and triethanolamine. The ratio of products can be controlled by the stoichiometry of the reactants. You can see this reaction in the figure below.

C2H4O + NH3 → H2NCH2CH2OH

Selling MEA

The chemical composition of ethanolamine is one of the derivatives produced in the refinery. Monoethanolamine is sold in 200 kg barrels. The most important producers of this chemical compound at present is labsaco chemical . The purchase price of monoethanolamine varies due to fluctuations in the industrial chemicals market. Also, the amount of imports of this compound affects the sales of domestic products. You can contact our experts to place an order to buy and sell ethanolamine and receive the current price.

MEA applications

Monoethanolamine is recommended as a component of dishwashing detergents, detergents, multi-purpose detergents and disinfectants. Monoethanolamine can also be used as a neutralizing agent in car washes, dehumidifiers and wax removers and to prevent corrosion.

Monoethanolamine has been used as a neutralizing agent for anionic emulsifiers.

Ethanolamines are used to purify natural gas and petroleum gases to absorb carbon dioxide. Monoethanolamine in carbon dioxide gas systems can play an important role as a selective adsorbent in the production of ammonia, liquid carbon dioxide and dry ice, which in the latter case needs to be recovered.

Metal working fluids are fluids used to cool, lubricate, and prevent corrosion of metals used in machinery and equipment. It is used to neutralize acidic components in lubricants, prevent corrosion and rust, as well as in specific corrosion inhibitors