Description and features
AminCat TEDA (triethylenediamine) is a white solid which has C6H12N2 as chemical formula. This catalyst excels in strength and versatility, fitting a variety of polyurethane applications.
Triethylenediamine, also known as 1,4-Diazabicyclo[2.2.2]octane, is commonly referred to as DABCO or TEDA.
Availability
Europe and United States: Provided AminCat TEDA is in stock in our local warehouses our lead time is about one week if delivered in 25 KG drums.
We can also serve Canada, South America, South Africa, and other markets. Please contact our sales department for more details.
Product Identification
| CAS number | 280-57-9 |
| EC name | 1,4-diazabicyclooctane |
| EC number | 205-999-9 |
| HS code | 2933 59 20 |
| IUPAC name | 1-cyclooctyl-1,4-diazocane |
Specification
| Appearance | White crystal |
| Assay | ≥99.0 % |
| Water | ≤1.0 % |
Application
Use AminCat TEDA in all types of polyurethane foams, such as flexible slabstock, flexible molded, rigid, semi-flexible, and elastomeric. It is also effective in polyurethane coatings. AminCat TEDA accelerates the reactions between the isocyanate and water, as well as between the isocyanate and organic hydroxyl groups.
Packaging
Available packaging: 25 KG drums.
Special packaging is available on request.
Storage
Store triethylenediamine in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area and in line with legal requirements.
Keep AminCat TEDA away from heat sources and oxidizing agents.
MSDS
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available for AminCat TEDA and all other products supplied by Vesta Chemicals BV.
An MSDS outlines the hazards of a product and explains how to handle, use, and store the product safely. Besides it provides important regulatory and emergency response information for the purchased product.
Molecular and structural information
| Molecular formula | C6H12N2 |
| Molecular weight | 112.17 g/mol |
| Smiles notation | C1CN2CCN1CC2 |
| InChi key | IMNIMPAHZVJRPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| Structural formula | ![]() |
Physicochemical information
| Boiling point | 173.4 °C @ 101 325 Pa |
| Density | 1.14 @ 20 °C |
| Flash point | 62.2 °C @ 101 325 Pa |
| Melting point | 158 °C @ 101 325 Pa |
| Partitition coefficient (log Pow) | -0.49 @ 20 °C |
| Solubility in water | 610 g/L @ 25 °C |
| Vapour pressure | 0.43 hPA @ 25 °C |

