Is AEEA interchangeable with Ethylenediamine or Diethylenetriamine?

No. AEEA contains amine functionality together with a hydroxyl group, while EDA and DETA have different structures and functional-group equivalents. A replacement can change reaction balance, salt formation, compatibility or cure behaviour. It should be recalculated against the intended formulation rather than substituted by equal weight.

Which AEEA controls should be agreed before use in a reactive formulation or intermediate?

Confirm identity, assay, water, colour, amine value and the impurity limits relevant to the intended process, with the associated test methods. The required limits depend on the reaction or formulation; an assay result by itself does not show that one AEEA grade is equivalent to another.

Can AEEA directly replace an amine hardener in an epoxy system?

Not on a one-to-one basis. The amine-hydrogen equivalent, hydroxyl functionality and formulation composition determine the mix ratio and cure response. Any change should be calculated from the supplied materials and assessed in the complete epoxy system before it is adopted for production.

Aminoethylethanolamine (AEEA) CAS 111-41-1

2-(2-Aminoethylamino)ethanol (AEEA, CAS 111-41-1, EC 203-867-5), also known as aminoethylethanolamine, is a multifunctional alkanolamine intermediate used in surfactant synthesis, epoxy-curing systems, corrosion-inhibitor production and specialty chemical processing. Purity, color, water content and packaging should be confirmed for the selected grade. COA, TDS and SDS may be provided on request.

CAS: 111-41-1
Synonyms: AEEA, 2-(2-Aminoethylamino)ethanol, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)ethylenediamine, Aminoethyl ethanolamine
Einecs: 203-867-5
Molecular Formula: C₄H₁₂N₂O
Grade: Confirm assay, water, color, amine value and process-specific impurities
Package: Confirm current packaging for the selected grade and destination

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Product Description

1 Product Overview

2 Product Information / Specifications

3 Physical & Chemical Properties

Product Overview

AEEA is provided for industrial use as a multifunctional amine intermediate. Its amino and hydroxyl functionality makes it suitable for reaction systems where curing activity, intermediate synthesis value, or downstream surfactant chemistry is required.

AEEA is used as an intermediate in detergent and fabric-softener chemistry, chelate production, fuel additives, coatings and other amino-alcohol synthesis routes. Confirm assay, water, color, amine value and process-relevant impurities for the intended route.

Product Information / Specifications

Product Name	2-(2-Aminoethylamino)ethanol
Common Name	AEEA
CAS Number	111-41-1
EINECS Number	203-867-5
Molecular Formula	C4H12N2O
Molecular Weight	104.15 g/mol
Typical Grade	Confirm assay, water, color, amine value and process-specific impurities
Product Identity	Industrial chemical / amine intermediate / amino alcohol

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale liquid; confirm color and appearance for the offered grade
Odor	Amine-like odor; use the current SDS for exposure controls
Boiling Range	237–243°C
Density	Approximately 1.026 at 25°C as a reference value; confirm the current technical documentation
Solubility	Soluble in water and ethanol; slightly soluble in ether
pH	About 12 for a 25% solution as a reference value; confirm concentration, temperature and method
Stability Note	Stable under normal conditions; avoid oxidizing agents, acids, and prolonged exposure to air moisture

Applications

Epoxy resin curing and related industrial resin systems
Intermediate for corrosion inhibitor formulations and process chemicals
Raw material for amphoteric surfactants and related specialty chemicals
Intermediate for detergents, fabric softeners, chelates, fuel additives and coating chemistry
Industrial synthesis where amino alcohol functionality is required in the reaction system

For related reactive ethyleneamine raw materials, see Ethylenediamine and Diethylenetriamine.

Packaging

Confirm current packaging for the selected grade and destination

Packaging information may vary by grade, destination, and transport arrangement.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse away from fire and heat sources.
Keep the container tightly sealed to reduce moisture absorption and air exposure.
Store separately from oxidizing agents, acids, and incompatible materials.
Protect from direct sunlight and humid storage conditions.
Confirm the grade-specific storage temperature and retest period in the current product documentation.

Safety Precautions

Handle with suitable industrial protective equipment including gloves and eye protection.
Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes and avoid inhalation of vapors or mists.
Use sealed containers and suitable ventilation during transfer and processing.
Prevent contact with acids, oxidizing substances, and incompatible reactive chemicals.
Refer to the latest SDS before storage, transport, and industrial use.

FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

Q:
Is AEEA interchangeable with Ethylenediamine or Diethylenetriamine?

A: No. AEEA contains amine functionality together with a hydroxyl group, while EDA and DETA have different structures and functional-group equivalents. A replacement can change reaction balance, salt formation, compatibility or cure behaviour. It should be recalculated against the intended formulation rather than substituted by equal weight.
Q:
Which AEEA controls should be agreed before use in a reactive formulation or intermediate?

A: Confirm identity, assay, water, colour, amine value and the impurity limits relevant to the intended process, with the associated test methods. The required limits depend on the reaction or formulation; an assay result by itself does not show that one AEEA grade is equivalent to another.
Q:
Can AEEA directly replace an amine hardener in an epoxy system?

A: Not on a one-to-one basis. The amine-hydrogen equivalent, hydroxyl functionality and formulation composition determine the mix ratio and cure response. Any change should be calculated from the supplied materials and assessed in the complete epoxy system before it is adopted for production.

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