MONO ETHANOLAMINE (MEA)
MONO ETHANOLAMINE (MEA) – High-Purity Alkanolamine for Industrial & Chemical Use
Monoethanolamine (MEA) is a colorless, viscous, and hygroscopic organic compound with both amine and alcohol functional groups. Manufactured by Amines & Plasticizers Ltd., this versatile chemical is widely used as a raw material, pH stabilizer, emulsifier, and intermediate in a variety of industrial processes, especially in gas treatment, detergents, and agrochemicals.
Its dual functionality enables MEA to react with acids, form salts, or serve as a building block in the synthesis of surfactants, emulsifiers, and corrosion inhibitors.
Chemical Properties:
- Chemical Name: 2-Aminoethanol
- Chemical Formula: C₂H₇NO
- Molecular Weight: 61.08 g/mol
- Appearance: Clear, colorless, viscous liquid
- Odor: Ammonia-like odor
- Boiling Point: ~170°C
- Density: ~1.01 g/cm³ at 20°C
- Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohol, and many organic solvents
- pH (1% solution): Strongly alkaline
Applications:
- Gas Treatment: Used in gas sweetening to remove CO₂ and H₂S from natural gas and refinery streams.
- Detergents & Cleaners: Functions as a surfactant and pH regulator in cleaning formulations.
- Agrochemicals: Acts as a solubilizer and neutralizing agent in pesticide and herbicide formulations.
- Textile & Leather Industry: Employed in dyeing processes and leather softening.
- Cosmetics: Used in low concentrations as a pH adjuster in personal care products.
- Metal Treatment: Component in corrosion inhibitors and metalworking fluids.
Key Benefits:
- Multi-Functional Compound: Acts as both an alcohol and an amine for versatile reactivity.
- Excellent Solubility: Easily integrates into aqueous and solvent-based systems.
- Effective Neutralizer: Maintains pH balance in various formulations.
- Reliable Performance: Consistent quality from a reputed Indian manufacturer.
- Industrial Versatility: Serves multiple sectors including oil & gas, cleaning, agrochemicals, and manufacturing.
Safety Considerations:
- Handling: Corrosive; use appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
- Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in a well-ventilated, dry area away from acids and oxidizers.
- Health Hazards: Harmful if inhaled, ingested, or absorbed through skin. Causes severe irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
- Disposal: Dispose of according to local environmental and chemical waste regulations.