Triisopropanolamine TIPA
1,1′,1′′-Nitrilotri(propan-2-ol)
- CAS
- 122-20-3
- EC
- 204-504-8
- Sectors
- Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants & Elastomers, Building & Construction, Personal Care & Cosmetics
Triisopropanolamine TIPA (CAS 122-20-3) is a tertiary alkanolamine that appears as a white to slightly yellow crystalline solid; it is used mainly as a cement grinding aid and as a cross-linker and acid neutralizer in coatings, and in cosmetics for pH adjustment. Major applications include: coatings as a cross-linker, acid neutralizer to improve product stability and pesticides as a neutralizer and to improve product.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C9H21NO3 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 191.27 g/mol |
| Appearance | white to slightly yellow crystalline low |
| Form | Crystalline Low Melting Solid |
| Color | White to slightly yellow |
| Melting point | 45 °C |
| Boiling point | 306 °C |
| Density | 1.0 g/cm³ |
| Water solubility | Soluble |
| Flash point | 160 °C |
| pH | 10.8 (100g/l, H2O, 20°C) |
| GHS signal word | Danger · Corrosive, Irritant / harmful |
| HS code | 29221990 |
| Grades available | Technical Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Triisopropanolamine TIPA
Applications
Used as grinding aid in cement; in detergents as emulsifiers; in cosmetics for pH adjustment; in metalworking fluids as corrosion inhibitor; in rubber as vulcanization accelerators.
Safety & Risks
Irritant to eyes, skin, respiratory; combustible, avoid heat; low toxicity but use PPE, ventilate; stable under normal conditions.
Packaging
Packaged in 25kg bags or drums; store in ventilated, dry areas.