- ▸ Tertiary-amine accelerator for epoxy cure, widely used to speed amine- and anhydride-cured epoxy systems
- ▸ Used in epoxy coatings, adhesives, castings and composites as a fast accelerator and standalone catalytic curing agent
- ▸ Promotes room-temperature epoxy homopolymerization and shortens gel time
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DMP-30 (tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol) is a fast tertiary-amine accelerator — the classic accelerator for epoxy cures and a catalyst in polyurethane and other systems. Identity: CAS 90-72-2.
What it is
DMP-30 (CAS 90-72-2) is a liquid tris(aminomethyl)phenol. Its three dimethylaminomethyl groups on a phenol make it a strong, fast accelerator.
How it catalyzes
It strongly accelerates epoxy cure (with anhydride and amine hardeners) and catalyzes urethane and other reactions; the phenolic OH adds to its activity. It gives fast cure, so it is dosed carefully.
Applications
DMP-30 is used as an epoxy cure accelerator (adhesives, coatings, composites) and as a polyurethane/other catalyst. Related amine accelerator: BDMA; see the epoxy curing agents guide.
Forms, grades and handling
DMP-30 is supplied as a clear-to-amber liquid in drums, IBCs and bulk. Properties are typical reference values; the Certificate of Analysis (CoA) for the lot you buy governs. Amine catalysts are typically corrosive and have a strong odor — handle per the current Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Each lot ships with CoA, TDS and SDS.
Bulk supply and RFQ
RawSource sources DMP-30 direct from producers in bulk, with CoA, TDS and SDS per lot. Tell us your system (flexible/rigid foam, CASE), the reaction balance you need (gel vs blow), and any low-emission requirement, and we will quote the right catalyst or blend. See the full range and gel/blow selection logic in the polyurethane catalysts guide.
Typical Properties
Typical reference values, not a specification; the Certificate of Analysis (CoA) for the lot governs.
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical / class | Epoxy accelerator / catalyst (tris-aminomethylphenol) |
| Catalyst action | Accelerator (epoxy) / PU catalyst |
| CAS Number | 90-72-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H27N3O |
| Molecular Weight | 265.39 g/mol |
| Handling | Refer to the current SDS |
Regulatory & registration requirements
- TSCA (US):
- REACH (EU):
- EC number: 202-013-9
Source: EPA TSCA Inventory (July 2025 release) · ECHA CHEM — retrieved 2026-07-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What is DMP-30 used for?
DMP-30 (tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol, CAS 90-72-2) is a fast tertiary-amine accelerator for epoxy cures (with anhydride and amine hardeners) and a catalyst in polyurethane and other systems.
How is bulk DMP-30 supplied and quoted?
RawSource supplies DMP-30 in bulk with CoA, TDS and SDS per lot. Pricing is quote-based on grade and volume; submit an RFQ with your PU system and the gel/blow balance you need.
What is the REACH and TSCA regulatory status of DMP-30 (Tris(2,4,6-dimethylaminomethyl)phenol)?
DMP-30 (Tris(2,4,6-dimethylaminomethyl)phenol) (CAS 90-72-2) is subject to U.S. TSCA Inventory requirements; supplying it into the EU requires valid REACH registration ((EC) No 1907/2006). RawSource cannot verify a third-party supplier's registrations — buyers should require documented TSCA and REACH compliance for their jurisdiction and volume (EC 202-013-9).