Dimethylethanolamine (DMEA)
Synonyms: N,N-Dimethyl-2-hydroxyethylamine
EC No.: 203-542-8
Technical Data
| Chemical Structure | ![]() |
| Molecular Formula | C4H11NO |
| Molecular Weight | 89.14 |
| CAS No. | 108-01-0 |
| Nitrogen content | 15.7% |
| Apparent specific gravity at 20/20℃ | 0.888 |
| Vapor pressure at 20℃ | 4.4mm.Hg |
| Solubility in water at 20℃ | Complete |
| Viscosity at 20℃ | 3.8 |
| Coefficient of expansion at 55℃ | 0.00099 |
| Flash point tag closed cup (ASTM Method D56) | 39℃ |
Application
DMEA is a catalyst, used alone or in combination with other catalysts, in the manufacture of polyurethane foams. NT CAT DMEA promotes foam rise and gel strength characteristics in foam molding and other insulation applications.

