Ethoxylated Diisopropanolamine (EDIPA)
Premium alkoxylated amine for exceptional corrosion inhibition, emulsification properties, and pH stabilization in industrial and cosmetic applications.
Premium alkoxylated amine for exceptional corrosion inhibition, emulsification properties, and pH stabilization in industrial and cosmetic applications.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 102-79-4 (base) |
| Molecular Formula | C₈H₁₉NO₃ + (C₂H₄O)₁₅ |
| Molecular Weight | ~800 g/mol |
| Cloud Point (1%) | 65°C |
| Viscosity (25°C) | 150-250 cP |
| Surface Tension | 34.2 mN/m |
| HLB Value | 12-13 |
| Amine Value | 45-55 mg KOH/g |
| Water Content | ≤0.5% |
| Residual PO | ≤0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| Corrosion Inhibition (ASTM G31) | Protection |
Why Choose Our Ethoxylated Diisopropanolamine (EDIPA)
Dual-Functionality
Combines amine reactivity with ethoxylate solubility
pH-Adaptive
Maintains stability from pH 2-12
Low-Foaming
<50mL foam height (Ross-Miles, 0.1% sol.)
Metal Protection
Reduces carbon steel corrosion by 92% (ASTM G31)
Custom EO Chains
Tailor HLB from 8-18
Bio-Based Option
70% renewable carbon content available
Regulatory Status
EPA TSCA
Product Grades & Ordering Information
Custom EO chain lengths (n=5-50) available upon request for specific application needs.
- HLB Calculation for custom blends
- Corrosion Test Reports (ASTM G31/G59)
- Emulsion Stability Modeling
- Preventing amine discoloration
- Optimizing EO/PO ratios
- Compatibility with oxidizing agents
Applications
Metalworking Fluids
Rust prevention
Concrete Additives
Set retardation
Agrochemical Emulsifiers
Tank-mix stability
Hair Relaxers
pH stabilization
Cream Bases
O/W emulsification
Depilatories
Thioglycolate solubilization
Industrial Applications
Problem
Cosmetic Applications
EDIPA may develop slight color over time in formulations at pH >9. This can be mitigated by adding 0.1% sodium metabisulfite or other suitable antioxidant.