2-(2-(Dimethylamino)ethoxy)ethanol
Chemical compound
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2-[2-(Dimethylamino)ethoxy]ethanol is an organic compound with the molecular formula C6H15NO2 and is a liquid at room temperature. Dimethylaminoethoxyethanol is polyfunctional, having a tertiary amine, ether and hydroxyl functionality. Like other organic amines, it acts as a weak base.
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2-[2-(dimethylamino)ethoxy]ethanol | |
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.015.400 |
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| C6H15NO2 | |
| Molar mass | 133.191 g·mol−1 |
| Boiling point | 95 °C (203 °F; 368 K) |
Refractive index (nD) |
1.442 |
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| H312, H314 | |
| P260, P264, P264+P265, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P317, P321, P362+P364, P363, P405, P501 | |
| Flash point | 93 °C (199 °F; 366 K) |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Manufacture
Dimethylaminoethoxyethanol is manufactured by reacting dimethylamine and ethylene oxide.[2] Other methods are also available producing streams rich in the substance which then need to be further purified.[3]
Uses
As dimethylaminoethoxyethanol is weakly basic,[4] it has been studied as a method of absorbing Greenhouse gases and in particular carbon dioxide.[5][6][7][8]
Dimethylaminoethoxyethanol is used extensively in surfactants which have also been evaluated as corrosion inhibitors.[9] Surfactants prepared are usually cationic and may also be used as a biocide.[10] This is particularly important for oilfield applications against Sulfate-reducing microorganisms.
The material has other uses which include:
Toxicity
The toxicity of dimethylaminoethoxyethanol has been extensively studied.[14]