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Triethylamine
Triethylamine is a tertiary amine used as a reagent and catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions involving acylation and alkylation. It is a colorless liquid with a strong ammonia-like odor. CAS: 121-44-8, Molecular formula: (C2H5)3N, Molecular weight: 101.19 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Triethylamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Triethylamine is a tertiary amine used as a reagent and catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions involving acylation and alkylation. It is a colorless liquid with a strong ammonia-like odor. CAS: 121-44-8, Molecular formula: (C2H5)3N, Molecular weight: 101.19 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Triethylamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colourless to very pale yellow liquid |
| Water | ≤ 0.2% |
| Assay GC | ≥ 99.5% |
| Ethanol (LCR2157) | ≤ 0.10% |
| Diethylamine (LCR2157) | ≤ 0.10% |
| Ethylamine (LCR2157) | ≤ 0.10% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -11 C |
| Transport Class | 3 (8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 121-44-8 |
| Molecular Formula | (C2H5)3N |
| Molecular Weight | 101.19 |
| SMILES | CCN(CC)CC |
| EC / UN Number | 1296 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2921191100 |
| Tariff Code | 2921199990 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is triethylamine used for?
Triethylamine is commonly used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly as a base in reactions like esterification and amidation, and as a catalyst in polymerization processes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of triethylamine?
The chemical formula is (C2H5)3N and the molecular weight is 101.19 g/mol.
How should triethylamine be stored?
Triethylamine should be stored at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of triethylamine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies triethylamine in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply triethylamine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply triethylamine in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for volume pricing and delivery options.
What documentation comes with a triethylamine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.
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