(TRIETHYL)AMINE

(Triethyl)amine is a high-purity tertiary amine widely used as a catalyst, acid neutralizer, and chemical intermediate in industrial synthesis.
(Triethyl)amine's high volatility, strong basicity, and excellent compatibility with many organic solvents make it suitable for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, resin, coating, and specialty chemical applications.
(Triethyl)amine provides reliable reaction control and efficient acid scavenging performance in a wide range of chemical manufacturing processes.

CAS Number: 121-44-8
EC Number: 204-469-4
Molecular Formula: C6H15N
Molecular Weight: 101.19 g/mol

Synonyms: TRIETHYLAMINE, 121-44-8, N,N-Diethylethanamine, (Diethylamino)ethane, Ethanamine, N,N-diethyl-, Triaethylamin, Trietilamina, DTXSID3024366, VOU728O6AY, TEN [Base], DTXCID204366, FEMA NO. 4246, CHEBI:35026, TEN (Base), RefChem:899489, 204-469-4, triethyl amine, Triethylamin, N,N,N-Triethylamine, NEt3, MFCD00009051, trietylamine, tri-ethyl amine, (C2H5)3N, N,N-diethyl-ethanamine, ethane, diethylamino-, SCHEMBL30, Diethylaminoethane, Triethylamine, >=99.5%, Triaethylamin [German], Trietilamina [Italian], triethyl-amine, CCRIS 4881, HSDB 896, Et3N, EINECS 204-469-4, UN1296, UNII-VOU728O6AY, triehtylamine, triehylamine, trieihylamine, triethlyamine, triethyamine, triethylamme, triethylarnine, Thethylamine, Triethlamine, triethyIamine, Triethylannine, tri-ethylamine, triehyl amine, triethyl amin, triethylam ine, triethylami-ne, triethylamine-, trietyl amine, tri ethyl amine, triethyl- amine, AI3-15425, Triethylamine anhydrous, N, N-diethylethanamine, N,N,N-Triethylamine #, triethylamine, 99.5%, Triethylamine, >=99%, Triethylamine [UN1296] [Flammable liquid], TRIETHYLAMINE [MI], EC 204-469-4, N(Et)3, NCIOpen2_006503, TRIETHYLAMINE [FHFI], TRIETHYLAMINE [HSDB], SCHEMBL33343, SCHEMBL33344, BIDD:ER0331, SCHEMBL124190, SCHEMBL602389, Triethylamine, LR, >=99%, TRIETHYLAMINE [USP-RS], (CH3CH2)3N, CHEMBL284057, N(CH2CH3)3, SCHEMBL4405001, SCHEMBL4448912, SCHEMBL9654416, SCHEMBL22022973, Triethylamine, HPLC, 99.6%, Triethylamine, p.a., 99.0%, MSK1485, Triethylamine, analytical standard, N(C2H5)3, RCA68879, Triethylamine, for synthesis, 99%, Tox21_200873, Triethylamine, 99.7%, extra pure, MSK1485-100M, SBB040898, AKOS000119998, MSK1485-1000M, Triethylamine, purum, >=99% (GC), Triethylamine, ZerO2(TM), >=99%, EBC-705084, UN 1296, NCGC00248857-01, NCGC00258427-01, CAS-121-44-8, Triethylamine, BioUltra, >=99.5% (GC), Triethylamine, SAJ first grade, >=98.0%, NS00002646, ST50214499, Triethylamine 100 microg/mL in Acetonitrile, EN300-35419, Triethylamine [UN1296] [Flammable liquid], Triethylamine Solution in Methanol, 100ug/mL, Triethylamine, trace metals grade, 99.99%, Triethylamine, SAJ special grade, >=98.0%, Triethylamine Solution in Methanol, 1000ug/mL, Triethylamine (contains < 0.01% Diethylamine), Triethylamine, puriss. p.a., >=99.5% (GC), F005055, Q139199, F0001-0344, Triethylamine, for amino acid analysis, >=99.5% (GC), InChI=1/C6H15N/c1-4-7(5-2)6-3/h4-6H2,1-3H, Triethylamine, for protein sequence analysis, ampule, >=99.5% (GC), Triethylamine, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

(Triethyl)amine is the chemical compound with the formula N(CH2CH3)3, commonly abbreviated Et3N.
Like triethanolamine and the tetraethylammonium ion, (Triethyl)amine is often abbreviated TEA.

(Triethyl)amine is a colourless volatile liquid with a strong fishy odor reminiscent of ammonia.
Like diisopropylethylamine (Hünig's base), (Triethyl)amine is commonly employed in organic synthesis, usually as a base.

(Triethyl)amine is a colorless, transparent, highly volatile, and flammable organic liquid characterized by a strong ammonia-like and fishy odor.
(Triethyl)amine is a tertiary aliphatic amine with the chemical formula C₆H₁₅N and is widely used in industrial chemical processes due to its basic and nucleophilic properties.

(Triethyl)amine is commonly employed as an acid scavenger, neutralizing agent, catalyst, and reaction intermediate in organic synthesis.
(Triethyl)amine is particularly important in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, coatings, resins, rubber chemicals, and specialty chemicals, where it helps control reaction conditions and neutralize acidic by-products.

(Triethyl)amine is also used in the production of quaternary ammonium compounds and as a processing aid in various synthesis and polymerization applications.
Because of (Triethyl)amine's high volatility and flammability, the material should be handled in well-ventilated areas and kept away from heat, sparks, flames, oxidizing agents, and incompatible acidic materials.

(Triethyl)amine is an aliphatic amine.
(Triethyl)amine's addition to matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization (MALDI) matrices affords transparent liquid matrices with enhanced ability for spatial resolution during MALDI mass spectrometric (MS) imaging.

A head-space gas chromatography (GC) procedure for the determination of (Triethyl)amine in active pharmaceutical ingredients has been reported.
The viscosity coefficient of (Triethyl)amine vapor over a range of density and temperature has been measured.

(Triethyl)amine appears as a clear colorless liquid with a strong ammonia to fish-like odor.
(Triethyl)amine's flash point 20 °F. 

(Triethyl)amine's less dense (6.1 lb / gal) than water.
(Triethyl)amine's vapors heavier than air.
(Triethyl)amine is a tertiary amine that is ammonia in which each hydrogen atom is substituted by an ethyl group.

Uses of (Triethyl)Amine:
(Triethyl)amine is a base used to prepare esters and amides from acyl chlorides as well as in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds.
(Triethyl)amine acts as a catalyst in the formation of urethane foams and epoxy resins, dehydrohalogeantion reactions, acid neutralizers for condensation reactions and Swern oxidations.

(Triethyl)amine finds application in reverse phase high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) as a mobile-phase modifier.
(Triethyl)amine is also used as an accelerator activator for rubber, as a propellant, as a corrosion inhibitor, as a curing and hardening agent for polymers and for the desalination of seawater.
Furthermore, (Triethyl)amine is used in the automotive casting industry and the textile industry.

(Triethyl)amine is a clear, colorless liquid with an Ammonia or fish-like odor.
(Triethyl)amine is used in making waterproofing agents, and as a catalyst, corrosion inhibitor and propellant.

(Triethyl)amine is mainly used as base, catalyst, solvent and raw material in organic synthesis and is generally abbreviated as Et3N, NEt3 or TEA.
(Triethyl)amine can be used to prepare phosgene polycarbonate catalyst, polymerization inhibitor of tetrafluoroethylene, rubber vulcanization accelerator, special solvent in paint remover, enamel anti-hardener, surfactant, antiseptic, wetting agent, bactericides, ion exchange resins, dyes, fragrances, pharmaceuticals, high-energy fuels, and liquid rocket propellants, as a curing and hardening agent for polymers and for the desalination of seawater.

(Triethyl)amine is used as a catalytic solvent in chemical syntheses; as an accelerator activator for rubber; as a corrosion inhibitor; as a curing and hardening agent for polymers; as a propellant; in the manufacture of wetting, penetrating, and waterproofing agents of quaternary ammonium compounds; and for the desalination of seawater.
(Triethyl)amine is used as a catalyst for polyurethane foams, an accelerator for rubber, and a curing agent for amino and epoxy resins.

(Triethyl)amine is used as an accelerator in photography development.
(Triethyl)amine is used to make quaternary ammonium compounds and as a catalyst to make sand-based cores and molds.

Industry Uses:
Solvent
pH regulating agent
Semiconductor and photovoltaic agent
Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
Cleaning agent
Intermediate

Consumer Uses:
Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
Intermediate
Semiconductor and photovoltaic agent

Applications of (Triethyl)Amine:
(Triethyl)amine is commonly employed in organic synthesis as a base.
For example, (Triethyl)amine is commonly used as a base during the preparation of esters and amides from acyl chlorides.
Such reactions lead to the production of hydrogen chloride which combines with (Triethyl)amine to form the salt (Triethyl)amine hydrochloride, commonly called triethylammonium chloride.

(R, R' = alkyl, aryl):
R2NH + R'C(O)Cl + (CH3CH2)3N → R'C(O)NR2 + [(CH3CH2)3NH]+Cl−

Like other tertiary amines, (Triethyl)amine catalyzes the formation of urethane foams and epoxy resins.
(Triethyl)amine is also useful in dehydrohalogenation reactions and Swern oxidations.

(Triethyl)amine is readily alkylated to give the corresponding quaternary ammonium salt:
RI + (CH3CH2)3N → [(CH3CH2)3NR]+I−

(Triethyl)amine is mainly used in the production of quaternary ammonium compounds for textile auxiliaries and quaternary ammonium salts of dyes.
(Triethyl)amine is also a catalyst and acid neutralizer for condensation reactions and is useful as an intermediate for manufacturing medicines, pesticides and other chemicals.

(Triethyl)amine salts, like any other tertiary ammonium salts, are used as an ion-interaction reagent in ion interaction chromatography, due to their amphiphilic properties.
Unlike quaternary ammonium salts, tertiary ammonium salts are much more volatile, therefore mass spectrometry can be used while performing analysis.

(Triethyl)amine has been used during the synthesis of:
5′-dimethoxytrityl-5-(fur-2-yl)-2′-deoxyuridine
3′-(2-cyanoethyl)diisopropylphosphoramidite-5′-dimethoxytrityl-5-(fur-2-yl)-2′-deoxyuridine
polyethylenimine600-β-cyclodextrin (PEI600-β-CyD)

(Triethyl)amine may be used as a homogeneous catalyst for the preparation of glycerol dicarbonate, via transesterification reaction between glycerol and dimethyl carbonate (DMC).

Niche uses:
(Triethyl)amine is commonly used in the production of anionic polyurethane dispersions (resins dispersed in water rather than solvents) as a neutralizing agent.
(Triethyl)amine is used to give salts of various carboxylic acid-containing pesticides, e.g. Triclopyr and 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid.

(Triethyl)amine is the active ingredient in FlyNap, a product for anesthetizing fruit flies.
(Triethyl)amine is also used in mosquito and vector control labs to anesthetize mosquitoes.
This is done to preserve any viral material that might be present during species identification.

The bicarbonate salt of (Triethyl)amine (often abbreviated TEAB, triethylammonium bicarbonate [(CH3CH2)3NH]+HCO−3) is useful in reverse phase chromatography, often in a gradient to purify nucleotides and other biomolecules.[citation needed]

(Triethyl)amine was discovered by the Germans during the early 1940s to be hypergolic in combination with nitric acid, and was used as a component in the German Wasserfall rocket.
The Soviet Scud missile used TG-02, a mixture of 50% xylidine and 50% (Triethyl)amine as a starting fluid to ignite its rocket engine.

Natural Occurrence:
Hawthorn flowers have a heavy, complicated scent, the distinctive part of which is (Triethyl)amine, which is also one of the first chemicals produced by a dead human body when it begins to decay.
Due to the scent, (Triethyl)amine is considered unlucky in British culture to bring hawthorn into a house.
Gangrene and semen are also said to possess a similar odour.

Production of (Triethyl)Amine:
(Triethyl)amine is produced by ethanol and ammonia in the presence of hydrogen, in containing Cu-Ni-clay catalyst reactor under heating conditions (190 ± 2 ℃ and 165 ± 2 ℃) reaction.
The reaction also produces ethylamine and diethylamine, products were condensed and then absorption by ethanol spray to obtain crude (Triethyl)amine, through the final separation, dehydration and fractionation, pure (Triethyl)amine is obtained.

Synthesis and Properties of (Triethyl)Amine:

(Triethyl)amine is prepared by the alkylation of ammonia with ethanol:
NH3 + 3 CH3CH2OH → N(CH2CH3)3 + 3 H2O

The pKa of protonated (Triethyl)amine is 10.75 and it can be used to prepare buffer solutions at that pH.
The hydrochloride salt, (Triethyl)amine hydrochloride (triethylammonium chloride [(CH3CH2)3NH]+Cl−), is a colorless, odorless, and hygroscopic powder, which decomposes when heated to 261 °C.

(Triethyl)amine is soluble in water to the extent of 112.4 g/L at 20 °C.
(Triethyl)amine is also miscible in common organic solvents, such as acetone, ethanol, and diethyl ether.

Laboratory samples of (Triethyl)amine can be purified by distilling from calcium hydride.

In alkane solvents (Triethyl)amine is a Lewis base that forms adducts with a variety of Lewis acids, such as I2 and phenols.
Owing to its steric bulk, (Triethyl)amine forms complexes with transition metals reluctantly.

Chemical Properties:
(Triethyl)amine is a colorless to yellowish liquid with a strong ammonia to fish-like odor.
(Triethyl)amine is a base commonly used in organic chemistry to prepare esters and amides from acyl chlorides.
Like other tertiary amines, (Triethyl)amine catalyzes the formation of urethane foams and epoxy resins.

Physical properties:
Clear, colorless to light yellow flammable liquid with a strong, penetrating, ammonia-like odor.
Experimentally determined detection and recognition odor threshold concentrations were <400 μg/m3 (<100 ppbv) and 1.1 mg/m3 (270 ppbv), respectively (Hellman and Small, 1974).
An odor threshold concentration of 0.032 ppbv was determined by a triangular odor bag method (Nagata and Takeuchi, 1990).

Stability and Reactivity of (Triethyl)Amine:

Chemical stability:
(Triethyl)amine is chemically stable under normal ambient temperatures and recommended storage conditions.
(Triethyl)amine does not undergo hazardous decomposition during routine handling or storage when protected from heat and ignition sources.

Reactivity:
(Triethyl)amine is a strong organic base and may react vigorously with acids and strong oxidizing agents.
Neutralization reactions with acids may generate considerable heat.

Conditions to avoid:
Avoid excessive heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces, static discharge, and other ignition sources.
Avoid prolonged exposure to air in poorly ventilated areas and contact with incompatible materials.

Incompatible materials:
Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents, halogenated compounds, and other reactive chemicals may cause vigorous or hazardous reactions.

Hazardous decomposition products:
No hazardous decomposition products are expected under normal storage conditions.
Thermal decomposition or combustion may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and irritating or toxic vapors.

Handling and Storage of (Triethyl)Amine:

Safe handling:
Handle (Triethyl)amine in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices.
Avoid breathing vapors and prevent direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
Ensure adequate ventilation during handling and processing.

Hygiene measures:
Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using the product.
Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Storage conditions:
Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area designated for flammable liquids.
Keep away from heat, sparks, flames, direct sunlight, and incompatible materials.

Packaging integrity:
Keep containers tightly sealed when not in use.
Use chemically compatible containers and protect packaging from physical damage.
Ground and bond containers where necessary during transfer operations.

Shelf life:
Maintains chemical stability when stored under recommended conditions.
Shelf life is supplier-specific and should be confirmed from the manufacturer's technical documentation.

First Aid Measures of (Triethyl)Amine:

Inhalation:
Move the affected person immediately to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
If respiratory irritation, coughing, dizziness, or breathing difficulty persists, seek medical attention.

Skin contact:
Remove contaminated clothing and wash the affected area immediately with plenty of water and soap.
Seek medical attention if irritation, redness, or burns develop.

Eye contact:
Rinse cautiously with clean water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open.
Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
Seek prompt medical attention.

Ingestion:
Rinse mouth thoroughly with water.
Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel.
Seek immediate medical attention.

Notes for physician:
Treat symptomatically and provide supportive care.
No specific antidote is known.

Firefighting Measures of (Triethyl)Amine:

Flammability:
(Triethyl)amine is a highly flammable liquid and vapor.
Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air and may travel to distant ignition sources and flash back.

Suitable extinguishing media:
Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide (CO₂), or water spray appropriate to surrounding fire conditions.

Hazardous combustion products:
Thermal decomposition and combustion may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and irritating or toxic fumes.

Protective equipment for firefighters:
Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective clothing are recommended.

Special hazards:
Containers exposed to fire may rupture or explode due to pressure buildup.
Cool exposed containers with water spray from a safe distance and eliminate ignition sources whenever possible.

Accidental Release Measures of (Triethyl)Amine:

Personal precautions:
Evacuate unnecessary personnel and ensure adequate ventilation.
Avoid breathing vapors and prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Remove all ignition sources and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

Environmental precautions:
Prevent the material from entering drains, sewers, surface waters, groundwater, or soil.
Avoid uncontrolled release into the environment.

Cleanup methods:
Stop the leak if this can be done safely.
Contain the spill and absorb with inert, non-combustible material such as sand, earth, vermiculite, or suitable absorbent pads.

Collect the material into properly labeled containers for disposal.
Use non-sparking tools during cleanup.

Disposal considerations:
Dispose of spilled material, contaminated absorbents, and containers in accordance with applicable local, regional, and national regulations.

Exposure Controls / Personal Protective Equipment of (Triethyl)Amine:

Engineering controls:
Use adequate general ventilation or local exhaust ventilation to maintain airborne concentrations below applicable occupational exposure limits.
Use explosion-proof ventilation and electrical equipment where flammable vapor accumulation is possible.

Personal protective equipment (PPE):

Respiratory protection:
Use an appropriate respirator suitable for organic vapors if ventilation is insufficient or occupational exposure limits may be exceeded.

Hand protection:
Wear suitable chemical-resistant gloves, such as nitrile or other materials confirmed compatible with (Triethyl)amine.

Eye protection:
Wear tightly fitting safety goggles or chemical splash goggles.
Use a face shield where significant splashing is possible.

Skin protection:
Wear suitable chemical-resistant protective clothing to minimize skin exposure.

Hygiene controls:
Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke in areas where the material is handled.

Environmental exposure controls:
Prevent uncontrolled emissions to the environment.
Use suitable containment and ventilation systems and follow applicable environmental regulations.

Identifiers of (Triethyl)Amine:
CAS Number: 121-44-8
EC Number: 204-469-4
Molecular formula: C₆H₁₅N
Molecular weight: 101.19 g/mol
UN Number: UN 1296
Chemical class: Tertiary aliphatic amine

CAS Number: 121-44-8
Abbreviations: TEA
Beilstein Reference: 605283
ChEBI: CHEBI:35026
ChEMBL: ChEMBL284057
ChemSpider: 8158
ECHA InfoCard: 100.004.064
EC Number: 204-469-4
KEGG: C14691
MeSH: (Triethyl)amine
PubChem CID: 8471
RTECS number: YE0175000
UNII: VOU728O6AY
UN number: 1296
CompTox Dashboard (EPA): DTXSID301024181 DTXSID3024366, DTXSID301024181
InChI: InChI=1S/C6H15N/c1-4-7(5-2)6-3/h4-6H2,1-3H3
Key: ZMANZCXQSJIPKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES: CCN(CC)CC

Physical state: Liquid
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Strong ammonia-like, fishy odor
Molecular formula: C₆H₁₅N
Molecular weight: 101.19 g/mol
Boiling point: Approximately 88.8–89 °C
Melting point: Approximately -114.7 °C
Density: Approximately 0.728 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Relative vapor density: Approximately 3.5 (air = 1)
Vapor pressure: Approximately 57 mmHg at 25 °C
Flash point: Approximately -7 °C; values may vary depending on test method
Refractive index: Approximately 1.400 at 20 °C
pKa: Approximately 10.78
Log Kow: Approximately 1.45
Solubility: Soluble in water and miscible with many common organic solvents
Volatility: Highly volatile

Linear Formula: (C2H5)3N
CAS Number: 121-44-8
Molecular Weight: 101.19
NACRES: NA.21
PubChem Substance ID: 24870713
UNSPSC Code: 12352116
EC Number: 204-469-4
MDL number: MFCD00009051
Beilstein/REAXYS Number: 605283
Assay: ≥99.5%
Bp: 88.8 °C (lit.)
Vapor pressure: 51.75 mmHg ( 20 °C)

Properties of (Triethyl)Amine:
Chemical formula: C6H15N
Molar mass: 101.193 g·mol−1
Appearance: Colourless liquid
Odor: Fishy, ammoniacal
Density: 0.7255 g mL−1
Melting point: −114.70 °C; −174.46 °F; 158.45 K
Boiling point: 88.6 to 89.8 °C; 191.4 to 193.5 °F; 361.7 to 362.9 K
Solubility in water: 112.4 g/L at 20 °C
Solubility: miscible with organic solvents
log P: 1.647
Vapor pressure: 6.899–8.506 kPa
Henry's law
constant (kH): 66 μmol Pa−1 kg−1
Acidity (pKa): 10.75 (for the conjugate acid) (H2O), 9.00 (DMSO)
Magnetic susceptibility (χ): −81.4·10−6 cm3/mol
Refractive index (nD): 1.401

Molecular Weight: 101.19 g/mol
XLogP3: 1.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 1
Rotatable Bond Count: 3
Exact Mass: 101.120449483 Da
Monoisotopic Mass: 101.120449483 Da
Topological Polar Surface Area: 3.2 Ų
Heavy Atom Count: 7
Complexity: 25.7
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes

Product Name: (Triethyl)amine, ≥99.5%
vapor density: 3.5 (vs air)
Quality Segment: 100
vapor pressure: 51.75 mmHg ( 20 °C)
assay: ≥99.5%
form: liquid
autoignition temp.: 593 °F
expl. lim.: 8 %
impurities: ≤0.1% (Karl Fischer)
refractive index: n20/D 1.401 (lit.)
pH: 12.7 (15 °C, 100 g/L)
bp: 88.8 °C (lit.)
mp: −115 °C (lit.)
solubility: water: soluble 112 g/L at 20 °C
density: 0.726 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
functional group: amine
storage temp.: room temp
SMILES string: CCN(CC)CC
InChI: 1S/C6H15N/c1-4-7(5-2)6-3/h4-6H2,1-3H3
InChI key: ZMANZCXQSJIPKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Appearance: colorless to pale yellow clear liquid (est)
Assay: 95.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: No
Specific Gravity: 0.72400 to 0.73000 @ 25.00 °C.
Pounds per Gallon - (est).: 6.024 to 6.074
Refractive Index: 1.39500 to 1.40100 @ 20.00 °C.
Melting Point: -115.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point: 88.80 to 89.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure: 56.054001 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est)
Vapor Density: 3.5 ( Air = 1 )
Flash Point: 20.00 °F. TCC ( -6.67 °C. )
logP (o/w): 1.450

Specifications of (Triethyl)Amine:
Assay: ≥ 99.0%
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Color (APHA): ≤ 15
Water content: ≤ 0.2%
Density at 20 °C: Approximately 0.726–0.730 g/cm³
Boiling range: Approximately 88–90 °C
Refractive index at 20 °C: Approximately 1.399–1.402
Residue on evaporation: ≤ 0.01%
Diethylamine: ≤ 0.1%
Ethanol: ≤ 0.1%

Thermochemistry of (Triethyl)Amine:
Heat capacity (C): 216.43 J K−1 mol−1
Std enthalpy of formation (ΔfH⦵298): −169 kJ mol−1
Std enthalpy of combustion (ΔcH⦵298): −4.37763 to −4.37655 MJ mol−1

Related compounds of (Triethyl)Amine:
Unsymmetrical dimethylhydrazine
Biguanide
Dithiobiuret
Agmatine

Related amines:
Dimethylamine
Trimethylamine
N-Nitrosodimethylamine
Diethylamine
Diisopropylamine
Dimethylaminopropylamine
Diethylenetriamine
N,N-Diisopropylethylamine
Triisopropylamine
Tris(2-aminoethyl)amine
Mechlorethamine
HN1 (nitrogen mustard)
HN3 (nitrogen mustard)

Names of (Triethyl)Amine:

Preferred IUPAC name:
N,N-Diethylethanamine

Other name:
(Triethyl)amine