DIMETHYL MEA- ▸ Curing catalyst: Catalyst/accelerator for polyurethane and epoxy resins.
- ▸ Boiler-water pH control: Neutralizing amine for boiler-water treatment.
- ▸ Corrosion inhibitor: Corrosion inhibition in steel and water systems.
- ▸ Paint additive: Neutralizer/emulsifier in waterborne coatings.
- ▸ Chemical intermediate: Feedstock for dyes, surfactants, and corrosion inhibitors.
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
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Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.
Dimethylethanolamine (CAS 108-01-0), or DMEA, is a tertiary amino-alcohol. It is used as a curing catalyst and accelerator for polyurethane and epoxy resins, a chemical intermediate, a corrosion inhibitor, and a pH-control agent in boiler-water treatment and waterborne paints.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dimethylethanolamine (DMEA) used for?
DMEA (CAS 108-01-0) is a tertiary amino-alcohol used as a curing catalyst and accelerator for polyurethane and epoxy resins, a chemical intermediate, a corrosion inhibitor, and a pH-control (neutralizing) amine in boiler-water treatment and waterborne paints.
What does DMEA do in boiler-water and coatings systems?
In boiler-water treatment DMEA acts as a neutralizing amine for pH control and corrosion inhibition in steel and water systems. In waterborne coatings it serves as a neutralizer and emulsifier; it also catalyzes polyurethane and epoxy curing.
What is the CAS number and formula of dimethylethanolamine?
Dimethylethanolamine has CAS number 108-01-0 and molecular formula C4H11NO. It is a tertiary amino-alcohol in the amines family. Each bulk lot ships with a CoA referencing this CAS and an SDS.
How is dimethylethanolamine shipped under DOT?
DMEA (2-dimethylaminoethanol) is assigned UN 2051 and handled as a hazardous material. Shipments must follow the SDS classification and current DOT/IMDG requirements; confirm packaging, labeling, and carrier acceptance before transport.
How is bulk dimethylethanolamine supplied and priced?
RawSource supplies DMEA in drums, totes, and IBCs to coatings, water-treatment, and polyurethane manufacturers, with CoA and SDS per lot. Pricing is quote-based on volume and packaging; request a current bulk quote with your target quantity.