Basic information
- Name:
Diethanolamine
- CAS No.:
111-42-2
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- C4H11NO2
- Molecular Weight:
- 105.16
- Deleted CAS:
- 8033-73-6
- Synonyms:
- 2,2-Iminodi-1-ethanol;2,2-Dihydroxydiethylamine;bis(2-hydroxyethyl)azanium;N,N-Diethanolamine;Diethanolamine (NF);Iminodiethanol;Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine;Diethylolamine;2-(2-hydroxyethylamino)ethanol;Di(2-hydroxyethyl)amine;Purified Isophthalic Acid;Diethanolamin 98%;Diethanolamin min. 85%;2,2'-iminodiethanol;Ethanol, 2,2-iminodi-;Diethanolamine (DEA);Diethylamine, 2,2-dihydroxy-;DEA;2, 2-Iminobis[ethanol];Ethanol, 2,2-iminobis-;2,2-Iminodiethanol;2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]ethanol;Ethanol,2,2'-iminobis-;
- EINECS:
- 203-868-0
- Density:
- 1.096 g/cm3
- Melting Point:
- 28 °C(lit.)
- Boiling Point:
- 268.389 °C at 760 mmHg
- Flash Point:
- 137.778 °C
- Solubility:
- miscible with water
- Appearance:
- solid or viscous liquid
- Hazard Symbols:
Xn- Risk Codes:
- 22-38-41-48/22
- Safety Description:
- 26-36/37/39-46 Details
- Transport Information:
- UN 1760
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Chemistry
Molecular Structure of Diethanolamine (CAS No.111-42-2):

Molecular Formula: C4H11NO2
Molecular Weight: 105.14
IUPAC Name: 2-(2-Hydroxyethylamino)ethanol
CAS No: 111-42-2
EINECS: 203-868-0
H bond acceptors: 3
H bond donors: 3
Freely Rotating Bonds: 6
Polar Surface Area: 52.49 Å2
Index of Refraction: 1.465
Molar Refractivity: 27.24 cm3
Molar Volume: 98.3 cm3
Surface Tension: 43.5 dyne/cm
Density: 1.068 g/cm3
Flash Point: 137.8 °C
Melting Point: 28 °C(lit.)
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 58.81 kJ/mol
Boiling Point: 268.4 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 0.00104 mmHg at 25°C
Melting Point: 27-30 ºC
Refractive Index: 1.475-1.479
Water Solubility: Miscible
Sensitive: Hygroscopic
Classification Code: Drug / Therapeutic Agent;Pharmaceutic aid [alkalizing agent];Reproductive Effect;Skin / Eye Irritant;TSCA Flag T [Subject to the Section 4 test rule under TSCA];Tumor data
Product Categories: Pharmaceutical Intermediates;Thanolamine Series;Analytical Chemistry;Mass Spectrometry;Matrix Materials (FABMS liquid SIMS)
Uses
As surfactant and corrosion inhibitor, Diethanolamine (CAS No.111-42-2) is used to remove hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide from natural gas.
Production
The reaction of Ethylene oxide with aqueous ammonia first produces Ethanolamine:
C2H4O + NH3 → H2NCH2CH2OH
which reacts with a second and third equivalent of Ethylene oxide to give Diethanolamine and Triethanolamine:
C2H4O + H2NCH2CH2OH → HN(CH2CH2OH)2
C2H4O + HN(CH2CH2OH)2 → N(CH2CH2OH)3
About 300M kg are produced annually in this way. The ratio of the products can be controlled by changing the stoichiometry of the reactants.
Toxicity Data With Reference
| Organism | Test Type | Route | Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) | Effect | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| guinea pig | LD50 | oral | 2gm/kg (2000mg/kg) | "Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices," 5th ed., Cincinnati, OH, American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Inc., 1986Vol. 5, Pg. 197, 1986. | |
| guinea pig | LD50 | skin | 11900uL/kg (11.9mL/kg) | National Technical Information Service. Vol. OTS0516742, | |
| mammal (species unspecified) | LDLo | oral | 3gm/kg (3000mg/kg) | National Technical Information Service. Vol. OTS0520710, | |
| mouse | LD50 | intraperitoneal | 210mg/kg (210mg/kg) | National Technical Information Service. Vol. OTS0516742, | |
| mouse | LD50 | oral | 3300mg/kg (3300mg/kg) | BEHAVIORAL: SOMNOLENCE (GENERAL DEPRESSED ACTIVITY) BEHAVIORAL: EXCITEMENT BEHAVIORAL: MUSCLE CONTRACTION OR SPASTICITY) | Gigiena i Sanitariya. For English translation, see HYSAAV. Vol. 29(11), Pg. 25, 1964. |
| rabbit | LD50 | oral | 2200mg/kg (2200mg/kg) | Environmental Space Science. English Translation of Kosmicheskaya Biologiya Meditsina. 1967-70.Vol. 2, Pg. 289, 1968. | |
| rabbit | LD50 | skin | 7640uL/kg (7.64mL/kg) | BEHAVIORAL: ATAXIA SKIN AND APPENDAGES (SKIN): "DERMATITIS, OTHER: AFTER SYSTEMIC EXPOSURE" MUSCULOSKELETAL: OTHER CHANGES | National Technical Information Service. Vol. OTS0516797, |
| rat | LD50 | intramuscular | 1500mg/kg (1500mg/kg) | Environmental Space Science. English Translation of Kosmicheskaya Biologiya Meditsina. 1967-70.Vol. 2, Pg. 289, 1968. | |
| rat | LD50 | intraperitoneal | 120mg/kg (120mg/kg) | Environmental Space Science. English Translation of Kosmicheskaya Biologiya Meditsina. 1967-70.Vol. 2, Pg. 289, 1968. | |
| rat | LD50 | intravenous | 778mg/kg (778mg/kg) | Environmental Space Science. English Translation of Kosmicheskaya Biologiya Meditsina. 1967-70.Vol. 2, Pg. 289, 1968. | |
| rat | LD50 | oral | 620uL/kg (0.62mL/kg) | SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: LACRIMATION: EYE BEHAVIORAL: TREMOR SKIN AND APPENDAGES (SKIN): HAIR: OTHER | National Technical Information Service. Vol. OTS0516797, |
| rat | LD50 | subcutaneous | 2200mg/kg (2200mg/kg) | Environmental Space Science. English Translation of Kosmicheskaya Biologiya Meditsina. 1967-70.Vol. 2, Pg. 289, 1968. |
Consensus Reports
Community Right-To-Know List. Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.
Safety Profile
Safety Information of Diethanolamine (CAS No.111-42-2):
Hazard Codes:
Xn
Risk Statements: 22-38-41-48/22
R22:Harmful if swallowed.
R38:Irritating to skin.
R41:Risk of serious damage to the eyes.
R48/22:Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed.
Safety Statements: 26-36/37/39-46
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37/39:Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S46:If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
RIDADR: 3267
WGK Germany: 1
RTECS: KL2975000
F: 3
PackingGroup: II
Hazardous Substances Data: 111-42-2(Hazardous Substances Data)
Standards and Recommendations
OSHA PEL: TWA 3 ppm
ACGIH TLV: TWA 0.46 ppm (skin)
Analytical Methods
For occupational chemical analysis use NIOSH: Aminoethanol Compounds II 3509.
Specification
Diethanolamine (CAS No.111-42-2), it also can be called 2,2'-Dihydroxydiethylamine ; 2,2'-Iminodiethanol ; Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine ; DEA .It is solid or viscous liquid with an amine odour.

