Triethylamine
- CAS Number
- 121-44-8
- HSN Code
- 29215990
- Molecular Formula
- (C2H5)3N
- Catalogue Number
- AL4651
- Purity
- 99.5%
- Molecular Weight
- 101.19 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
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GMP
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Key Properties
Triethylamine is a tertiary amine that is ammonia in which each hydrogen atom is substituted by an ethyl group.
Also known as N,N-Diethylmethanamine.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4651
- CAS Number
- 121-44-8
- Molecular Formula
- (C2H5)3N
- Molecular Weight
- 101.19 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29215990
- Grade
- HPLC & Spectroscopy
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -114.7 °C; Boiling point: 88.8 °C; Flash point: -15 °C (5 °F) - closed cup; Density: 0.7275 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: In water, 6.86X10+4 mg/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 1 Lt glass bottle with tin cap, 2.5 Lt glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials and food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Triethylamine
- Catalogue No.
- AL4651
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 121-44-8
- EC Number
- 204-469-4
- Grade
- HPLC & Spectroscopy
- EC Index Number
- 612-002-00-7
- Chemical Formula
- (C2H5)3N
- HSN Code
- 29215990
- Synonyms
- N,N-Diethylmethanamine
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used as a mobile-phase modifier in chromatography and as a reagent in organic synthesis.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Liq. 2; Acute Tox. 4; Skin Corr. 1A
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8471 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Corrosive, Irritant
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H312: Harmful in contact with skin; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H332: Harmful if inhaled
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation; vapors may be harmful.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Triethylamine
- CAS No.
- 121-44-8
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; headache; nausea.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Vapors are heavier than air and may travel to a source of ignition and flash back.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials and food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Strong, ammoniacal ordor
- Odour threshold
- Not established
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not established
- Melting point
- -114.7 °C
- Freezing point
- Not established
- Boiling point
- 88.8 °C
- Flash point
- -15 °C (5 °F) - closed cup
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 480 °F (249 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not established
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 57.07 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 3.49 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 0.7275 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 6.86X10+4 mg/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 1.45
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not established
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not established
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- 1.2 - 7.0 vol% in air
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong acids and oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on burning. This produces irritating and toxic gases including nitrogen oxides. The substance is a strong base.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong acids, strong oxidizers, and halogens.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx).
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Mouse oral 546 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit dermal 0.57 mLkg (416 mgkg); LD50 Mouse ip 405 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1296
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1296
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1296
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1296
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1296
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Triethylamine
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Triethylamine
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Triethylamine
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Triethylamine
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Triethylamine
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3 (8)
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Triethylamine is widely used as a mobile-phase pH modifier in reversed-phase HPLC analysis, particularly for basic compounds. Its high purity and low UV absorbance make it an excellent choice for sensitive analytical methods in pharmaceutical and environmental laboratories. Additionally, triethylamine serves as a catalyst in various organic reactions, including the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is also utilized in the production of surfactants and as a solvent in chemical processes, demonstrating its versatility across multiple industries.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1540B
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 101.19 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 99.5% min | 99.7% |
| Density | 0.726 g/mL | 0.726 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 89.5°C | 89.5°C |
| Moisture Content | <0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with HPLC & Spectroscopy grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HPLC & Spectroscopy | 99.5% | m.p. -114.7 °C; b.p. 88.8 °C | <0.5% | <0.1% | None detected | In water, 6.86X10+4 mg/L at 25 °C |
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