Diethanolamine (DEA) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- DEA
- 2,2'-Iminodiethanol
- Iminodiethanol
- Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)amine
Diethanolamine supplier for cleaning, personal-care, oil and gas and manufacturing buyers in Malaysia. Also called DEA, 2,2'-iminodiethanol, iminodiethanol and bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine, diethanolamine is a secondary ethanolamine that acts as both an amine and a diol in industrial formulations.
Commercial grades include high-assay diethanolamine 99% liquid and technical grade material. The 99% grade is often selected for surfactant intermediates and personal-care emulsifier systems, while technical grade serves detergents, metalworking fluids, gas treating and general industrial amine duty. Assay, packing and documentation are confirmed against the enquiry.
Detergent and cleaning formulators use DEA as a neutralising amine in liquid laundry and dishwashing systems, while personal-care manufacturers use it to form emulsifiers with fatty acids. Gas processors use it to scrub acid gases from synthesis gas streams, and manufacturers use it for surfactant intermediates and related industrial packages. It is not MEA or TEA.
Send the required grade or assay, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 111-42-2
- Formula
- C4H11NO2
- Grade
- industrial
- Appearance
- clear, colourless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Diethanolamine grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diethanolamine 99% | clear viscous liquid | typically 99% minimum | High-purity liquid for surfactant intermediates, personal-care emulsifier systems and other applications that specify a tight assay. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Technical grade diethanolamine | clear viscous liquid | — | Detergent and cleaning formulations, metalworking fluid packages, gas treating and general industrial amine duty where a technical grade is specified. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy diethanolamine from ChemTrade
Request a quote for diethanolamine
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | clear, colourless to pale yellow viscous liquid | — |
| Solubility | miscible with water, alcohols and acetone | — |
| Chemical class | secondary amine and diol (ethanolamine) | — |
| Typical assay (99% grade) | typically 99% minimum when that grade is requested | — |
Diethanolamine applications
Safety and handling
- Classification
- irritant
Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from incompatible substances. Handle with gloves and eye protection; avoid skin, eye and vapour contact. Follow the safety information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about diethanolamine
Is diethanolamine the same as monoethanolamine or triethanolamine?
No. Diethanolamine (DEA) is the secondary ethanolamine. Monoethanolamine (MEA) and triethanolamine (TEA) are different products with their own pages. State DEA when that is the material required so the quotation is not mixed with MEA or TEA.
Which diethanolamine grade should I request?
Diethanolamine 99% is commonly selected where a high assay is specified for surfactant or personal-care work. Technical grade is widely used for detergents, metalworking fluids, gas treating and general industrial duty. Send the application and any assay or impurity limits with the enquiry.
What is diethanolamine used for?
Buyers use DEA in cleaning and detergent systems, personal-care emulsifier packages, acid-gas scrubbing and manufacturing of surfactant intermediates and metalworking fluids. Describe the process so the suitable grade can be matched.
What specifications should a buyer provide for DEA?
State the intended application and any required assay, colour, water content or other impurity limits. For an existing formulation, include the current specification or a representative sample requirement so the quoted grade can be aligned more closely.
Can packing and documentation be confirmed with the quotation?
Yes. List the preferred pack format and any required product documents in the enquiry. Available packing, documentation and commercial details are confirmed for the quoted grade.
What details are needed for a diethanolamine price enquiry?
Provide the grade or assay, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Mention any preferred packing, documentation needs and timing so the quotation can cover the full requirement.