Is Triisopropanolamine (TIPA) the same as Triethanolamine?

No. Both are alkanolamines, but they are different chemical substances with different structures and behavior in cement-additive, coating and metalworking formulations. CAS 122-20-3 identifies Triisopropanolamine; it must be specified separately from TEA.

Is TIPA supplied as a finished cement grinding aid?

No. TIPA is a raw-material component commonly incorporated into cement grinding-aid blends. A finished additive normally contains other ingredients and is developed around clinker, gypsum, supplementary materials, dosage and mill conditions; its performance cannot be inferred from TIPA alone.

Which TIPA details should be confirmed for a cement-additive blend?

Confirm TIPA content, water and color limits, liquid handling temperature, packing and any formulation-specific requirements. The batch COA, product TDS and SDS should be reviewed against the production blend before the material is released.

Triisopropanolamine (TIPA) CAS 122-20-3

Triisopropanolamine (TIPA), CAS 122-20-3, is a tertiary alkanolamine used in cement-additive blends, water-borne coating systems and selected metalworking formulations. In cement production, TIPA is commonly formulated as a cement grinding aid; suitability depends on clinker, gypsum, supplementary materials and the complete additive package. Triethanolamine (TEA) is a related alkanolamine evaluated in cement grinding-aid formulations; it must be assessed against the same complete system. The offered 85% aqueous grade is supplied against agreed TIPA content, water and color limits. Batch COA, TDS and SDS can be coordinated with the required packaging and production application.

CAS: 122-20-3
Synonyms: TIPA, Tris(2-hydroxypropyl)amine
Einecs: 204-528-4
Molecular Formula: C₉H₂₁NO₃
Grade: TIPA 85% aqueous solution
Package: 210 kg HDPE drums; 1,000 kg IBCs
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale-yellow liquid
Triisopropanolamine content: ≥85.0%
Water: ≤15.0%
Color (APHA): ≤50

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Product Description

1 Product Introduction

2 Applications

3 Order Specification and Documentation

Product Introduction

Triisopropanolamine (TIPA) (CAS 122-20-3) is an alkanolamine raw material used in cement-processing aids, waterborne coatings and selected industrial formulations. The listed material is a formulation input for grinding, dispersion, neutralization or catalyst routes; it is not a finished cement admixture, paint or cutting fluid.

Applications

Cement grinding and dispersion-aid formulations
Waterborne coatings and pigment dispersions requiring an alkanolamine component
Cutting-oil and metalworking-fluid formulation
Selected polyurethane-catalyst and process-chemical systems

Order Specification and Documentation

The required TIPA grade is confirmed against the stated formulation route, including the agreed assay, water, colour and amine-value controls. A batch COA, together with the applicable TDS and SDS, is available for the quoted material. Packaging and quantity are finalized against the intended production process and agreed handling requirement.

For other alkanolamine and amine raw material pages, compare Trolamine, N-Methyldiethanolamine, and N,N-Dimethylethanolamine.

FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

Q:
Is Triisopropanolamine (TIPA) the same as Triethanolamine?

A: No. Both are alkanolamines, but they are different chemical substances with different structures and behavior in cement-additive, coating and metalworking formulations. CAS 122-20-3 identifies Triisopropanolamine; it must be specified separately from TEA.
Q:
Is TIPA supplied as a finished cement grinding aid?

A: No. TIPA is a raw-material component commonly incorporated into cement grinding-aid blends. A finished additive normally contains other ingredients and is developed around clinker, gypsum, supplementary materials, dosage and mill conditions; its performance cannot be inferred from TIPA alone.
Q:
Which TIPA details should be confirmed for a cement-additive blend?

A: Confirm TIPA content, water and color limits, liquid handling temperature, packing and any formulation-specific requirements. The batch COA, product TDS and SDS should be reviewed against the production blend before the material is released.

Ordering & Documentation

Key information for document requests, quotations, and supply planning.

Documents

COA, TDS, SDS/MSDS and packing details are available on request.

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Send the CAS number, grade, quantity, packing preference and destination.

Sample & Supply

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Storage & Shipping

Product-specific conditions are confirmed before order.

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