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N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)piperazine

CAS 103-76-4

Molecular structure of N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)piperazine

CAS · 103-76-4

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Product Overview

N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)piperazine is a high-purity pharmaceutical-intermediates supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.

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Product Specifications

Appearance: straw yellow liquid
Purity: 99% min
Water: 0.3% max
Piperazine: 0.2% max
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Applications

 

1. Corrosion Inhibitor

Commonly used as an additive in boiler water treatment and cooling systems.

Helps prevent corrosion of metal surfaces by neutralizing acidic impurities and forming protective films.

2. Chemical Intermediate

Used as a building block for the synthesis of:

Pharmaceuticals (e.g., antihistamines, antifungals)

Agrochemicals

Surfactants and polymer additives

The hydroxyethyl group allows further functionalization, enhancing versatility.

3. Curing Agent for Epoxy Resins

Acts as a curing agent or accelerator in epoxy resin formulations.

Improves crosslinking, leading to enhanced mechanical strength and chemical resistance.

4. Gas Treatment

Used in amine gas sweetening processes to remove acid gases like CO₂ and H₂S due to its basic amine groups.

5. Surfactants and Detergents

Incorporated in formulations to improve wetting, emulsifying, and foaming properties.

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Benefits

✅ Multifunctional Reactivity

Contains both amine and hydroxyl groups, providing reactive sites for diverse chemical syntheses.

✅ Good Solubility

Easily soluble in water and organic solvents, allowing broad formulation compatibility.

✅ Effective Corrosion Protection

Helps extend equipment lifespan in industrial water systems.

✅ Enhances Polymer Performance

Improves curing efficiency and end-product properties in epoxy systems.

✅ Versatile Intermediate

Enables synthesis of a wide range of specialty chemicals.

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Conclusion

N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)piperazine (CAS 103-76-4) is a versatile chemical widely used as a corrosion inhibitor, chemical intermediate, and epoxy curing agent. Its dual functional groups provide excellent reactivity and solubility, making it valuable in water treatment, polymer chemistry, and specialty chemical manufacturing.

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