Industrial grade
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%)
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is a versatile chemical primarily used as a surfactant in cleaning and disinfection applications. This compound plays a crucial role in formulating detergents, emulsifiers, and personal care products. Its properties make it highly sought after across various industries including pharmaceuticals and healthcare, as well as cleaning and detergents.
Main applicationHousehold cleaners — acts as an emulsifier and surfactant
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is a significant ingredient for industries focused on formulations, including cleaning and personal care. Its ability to enhance product effectiveness while maintaining safety standards makes it an essential component for those sourcing quality chemicals.
Also known as
- TEA
- Triethanolamine
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Pack sizes not specified
- inquire for details.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Grade
- Industrial grade
- Appearance
- Clear, viscous liquid
Triethanolamine, with a concentration of 99%, serves as a mild, effective surfactant and pH stabilizer. It is a liquid at room temperature and exhibits excellent emulsifying and wetting properties. As a blend, considerations for purchasing include assessing its application-specific performance, compatibility with other formulation components, and ensuring proper handling procedures due to its corrosive nature. Buyers should specify the desired application when ordering.
Delivery
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Household cleaners — acts as an emulsifier and surfactant
- Personal care products — used in skin and hair care formulations
- Pharmaceuticals — serves as an excipient in drug formulations
- Industrial cleaning solutions — enhances cleaning efficiency in various formulations
- Textile processing — functions as a lubricant and wetting agent
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- High concentration enables efficient formulation of various products
- Liquid form ensures easy mixing and application in production processes
- Mild surfactant reduces potential irritation in personal care applications
- Versatility leads to broader usage in different industrial sectors
- Effective emulsification improves product stability and performance
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What are the other names for Triethanolamine (TEA 99%)?
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is also referred to as TEA and Triethanolamine. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is supplied?
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is supplied as Industrial grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) look like?
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is described as clear, viscous liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) used for?
Common applications include household cleaners — acts as an emulsifier and surfactant, personal care products — used in skin and hair care formulations, pharmaceuticals — serves as an excipient in drug formulations, industrial cleaning solutions — enhances cleaning efficiency in various formulations and textile processing — functions as a lubricant and wetting agent. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Triethanolamine (TEA 99%)?
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is supplied to the Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Cleaning & Detergents and Textile & Leather Tanning sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) available in?
Triethanolamine (TEA 99%) is supplied in Pack sizes not specified; inquire for details. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
Related chemicals
Frequently bought together with Triethanolamine (TEA 99%), or used as alternatives in the same processes.
Liquid Pine Oil
Liquid Pine Oil is widely used as a natural solvent and disinfectant, appreciated for its pleasant pine aroma and efficacy in various applications. W…
- CAS
- 8002-09-3
Cleaning & Disinfection
Liquor Ammonia
Liquor Ammonia, commonly known as ammonia solution 25%, is a versatile chemical used primarily for cleaning and degreasing due to its effective oil a…
- CAS
- 1336-21-6
- Formula
- NH3 (aq) / NH4OH
Cleaning & Disinfection