| Name | Dimethylethanolamine |
| Formula | C4H11NO |
| CAS No. | 108-01-0 |
| Molecular weight | 89.14 |
| Appearance | Clear colorless liquid, free of foreign matter |
| Purity | ≥99.00% |
| Water Content | ≤0.20% |
| Color (Pt-Co) | <30# |
| Boiling Point | 135℃ |
| Freezing Point | -59℃ |
| Specific Gravity at 25℃ | 0.89 |
| Package | 180kgs net steel drum, 920kgs net IBC drum |
| Storage Life | Keep in a cool dry place. |
| Shelf life | One Year |
Advanced Reactive Amine Catalyst for Low-Emission Polyurethane & Beyond
MXC-DMEA (N,N-Dimethylethanolamine) is a multifunctional, high-purity ( 99.00%) amino alcohol. Functioning as both a potent assistant catalyst and a reactive building block, it is expertly designed to reduce volatile emissions in polyurethane foams and serve as a vital chemical intermediate across various demanding industrial applications
Molecular Architecture & Zero-Emission Design
The unique molecular structure of MXC-DMEA directly addresses the environmental and odor challenges inherent in traditional chemical manufacturing:
Polymer-Bound Reactive Hydroxyl: Equipped with a highly reactive hydroxyl (-OH) group, this catalyst chemically reacts with isocyanates and bonds permanently into the polyurethane polymer matrix.
Minimized VOC Emissions: By eliminating catalyst migration and outgassing, it drastically reduces the typical pungent amine odor. This “built-in” nature ensures that the final polyurethane products comply with strict indoor air quality and low-emission manufacturing standards.
Balanced Catalytic Control & PU Foam Applications
For polyurethane formulation engineers, MXC-DMEA acts as a highly versatile assistant catalyst, enhancing structural integrity without compromising safety:
Dual-Action Catalytic Efficiency: The tertiary amine core provides highly effective catalytic activity, perfectly balancing the blowing and gelling reaction profiles in both rigid (PUR) and flexible PU foams.
Smooth Formulation Integration: As a clear, colorless liquid, it blends flawlessly into polyol premixes, providing consistent curing times and excellent dimensional stability for the final foam products.
Versatility Across Chemical & Industrial Sectors
Beyond polyurethane, MXC-DMEA is mass-produced and highly valued as a premium chemical intermediate across multiple industrial sectors:
Advanced Water Treatment & Flocculants: It serves as an essential precursor and monomer for producing high-efficiency water treatment chemicals and ion exchange resins.
Coatings & Epoxy Hardener: It acts as a reliable curing agent for epoxy resins and an effective corrosion inhibitor, neutralizing acidic components in coatings, paint removers, and industrial boiler water.
Process Efficiency & Operational Stability
We maintain rigorous manufacturing standards to protect your formulation’s integrity and ensure smooth handling in any global climate:
Extreme Climate Resilience: Featuring an exceptionally low freezing point of -59°C, this catalyst remains highly fluid and prevents crystallization during cold-weather storage and winter transportation.
Guaranteed High Purity: A minimum assay of 99.00% and strictly controlled water content ($\le 0.20\%$) guarantees predictable reaction kinetics, eliminating the risk of unwanted moisture-induced side reactions or formulation spoilage.
