Polyurethane Additives
- Product
- Triethylenediamine (TEDA)
Overview
Triethylenediamine (TEDA) is a white to light yellow crystalline solid with a bicyclic, cage-like structure. It is one of the most important gelling catalysts for polyurethane and is often used dissolved in glycols, for example as A33.
Also known as
TEDA; DABCO; 1,4-Diazabicyclo[2.2.2]octane
CAS number
280-57-9
Molecular formula
C6H12N2
Molecular weight
112.17
Specifications
| Test items | Specifications |
| Appearance | White or light yellow crystals |
| Content /% | ≥99 |
| Water content /% | ≤0.5 |
| Non-volatile matter /% | ≤0.1 |
| Ash /% | ≤0.1 |
| Density /(g/cm³) | 1.02 |
| Solvent residue /% | ≤0.5 |
Applications
- Gelling catalyst for flexible, rigid and semi-rigid polyurethane foams
- Catalyst for polyurethane elastomers, coatings and adhesives
- Raw material for liquid catalysts (33% TEDA in DPG, EG or BDO)
- Catalyst for epoxy curing and organic synthesis
Packaging
25 kg/bag (PE-lined).
Storage
Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, ventilated place. TEDA is hygroscopic and sublimes slowly.
