Triethanolamine

Triethanolamine structural formula

CAS Number102-71-6
Molecular FormulaC6H15NO3
Molecular Weight149.191
InChI KeyGSEJCLTVZPLZKY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP-1.00
Synonyms
  • Triethanolamine
  • 2,2',2''-Nitrilotri(ethan-1-ol)
  • Ethanol, 2,2',2''-nitrilotris-
  • 102-71-6
  • Ethanol, 2,2',2''-nitrilotris-
  • 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol
  • Trolamine
  • 2,2',2-NITRILOTRETHANOL
  • 2,2',2-Nitrilotriethanol
  • 2,2',2-NITRILOTRIS(ETHANOL)
  • 2,2',2''-nitrilotrietanol
  • 2,2',2''-Nitrilotris[ethanol]
  • 2,2',2''-Nitrilotrisethanol
  • 2-[Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethanol
  • Alkanolamine 244
  • Biafine
  • Daltogen
  • Ethanol, 2,2',2''-nitrilotri-
  • Ethanol, 2,2'2''-nitrilotris-
  • Nitrilotriethanol
  • NSC 36718
  • Sterolamide
  • Sting-Kill
  • TRI(2-HYDROETHYL)AMINE
  • TRIAETHANOLAMIN
  • Triethanolamin
  • Triethylolamine
  • Trihydroxytriethylamine
  • tris-(2-Hydroxyethyl)amine
  • Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine
  • Tris(β-hydroxyethyl)amine
  • Caswell No. 886
  • EINECS 203-049-8
  • EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 004208
  • Thiofaco T-35
  • Triethylamine, 2,2',2''-trihydroxy-
  • Tri(hydroxyethyl)amine
  • Tris(beta-hydroxyethyl)amine
  • UNII-9O3K93S3TK
  • 2,2',2''-nitrilotris(ethanol)
  • 2-(bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino)ethanol
  • H3tea
  • N(CH2CH2OH)3
  • TEA
  • nitrilo-2,2',2''-triethanol
  • tris(beta-hydroxyethyl)amine
  • 105655-27-4
  • 126068-67-5
  • 36549-53-8
  • 36549-54-9
  • 36549-55-0
  • 36659-79-7
  • 464917-26-8

Applications:

Uv-Vis Spectrum of Triethanolamine

April 1, 2026

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For optimal results in HPLC analysis, it is recommended to measure absorbance at a wavelength that matches the absorption maximum of the compound(s) being analyzed. The UV spectrum shown can assist in selecting an appropriate wavelength for your analysis. Please note that certain mobile phases and buffers may block wavelengths below 230 nm, rendering absorbance measurement at these wavelengths ineffective. If detection below 230 nm is required, it is recommended to use acetonitrile and water as low UV-transparent mobile phases, with phosphoric acid and its salts, sulfuric acid, and TFA as buffers.
For some compounds, the UV-Vis Spectrum is affected by the pH of the mobile phase. This analysis was done with the mobile phase made of 20% acetonitrile and 80% water.

Application Analytes:
Triethanolamine
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HPLC ELSD Method for Analysis of Triethanolamine on Primesep 500 Column

March 31, 2026

HPLC Method for Triethanolamine on Primesep 500 by SIELC Technologies

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Method for Analysis of Triethanolamine

Triethanolamine, also denoted as TEOA, is an organic compound with the chemical formula N(CH2CH2OH)3. It is primarily used in making surfactants both for industrial and commercial use. It is also found in sunscreen, lotions, liquid detergents, sanitizers, and inks. You can find detailed UV spectra of Triethanolamine and information about its various lambda maxima by visiting the following link.

Triethanolamine can be retained and analyzed using the Primesep 500 stationary phase column. The analysis utilizes an isocratic method with a simple mobile phase consisting of water and acetonitrile (MeCN) with a Ammonium Acetate as a buffer. Detection is performed using ELSF.

ColumnPrimesep 500, 2.1 x 150 mm, 5 µm, 100 A, dual ended
Mobile PhaseMeCN/H2O – 10/90 %
BufferAmmonium Acetate pH 4.0 – 20 mM
Flow Rate0.2 ml/min
DetectionELSD
Limit of Detection*7ppm
*LOD was determined for this combination of instrument, method, and analyte, and it can vary from one laboratory to another even when the same general type of analysis is being performed.
Class of Compounds
 Organic Compound
Analyzing CompoundsTriethanolamine

Application Column

Primesep 500

Column Diameter: 2.1 mm
Column Length: 150 mm
Particle Size: 5 µm
Pore Size: 100 A
Column options: dual ended

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Application Analytes:
Triethanolamine

Application Detection:
ELSD Detection
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HPLC Separation of Ethanolamines (Monoethanolamine, Diethanolamine, and Triethanolamine) Using a Primesep 100 Column

December 5, 2006

Primesep 100 separates ethanolamines (monoethanolamine, diethanolamine, and triethanolamine) by a combination of cation-exchange, hydrophobic, and polar interactions. The separation uses a mobile phase mixture of water, acetonitrile (MeCN, ACN) and trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) with evaporative light scattering detection (ELSD).

Application Column

Primesep 100

The Primesep family of mixed-mode columns offers a wide variety of stationary phases, boasting unprecedented selectivity in the separation of a broad array of chemical compounds across multiple applications. Corresponding Primesep guard columns, available with all stationary phases, do not require holders. SIELC provides a method development service available to all customers. Inquire about our specially-tailored custom LC-phases for specific separations.

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Application Analytes:
2-Aminoethanol
Diethanolamine
Ethanolamine
Monoethanolamine
Triethanolamine

Application Detection:
ELSD Detection
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.