What is Mono Ethanol Amine?
Mono Ethanol Amine (MEA), also known as Monoethanolamine or 2-Aminoethanol, is a colourless, viscous liquid with a mild ammonia-like odour and the chemical formula H2NCH2CH2OH. It is the simplest of the three ethanolamines (MEA, DEA, TEA) and is simultaneously a primary amine and an alcohol, making it highly reactive and versatile as an industrial chemical intermediate.
Polychem Industries supplies Mono Ethanol Amine to gas treatment facilities, detergent manufacturers, agricultural chemical companies, and industrial chemical users across India and internationally. MEA's high reactivity with acidic gases makes it particularly valuable in natural gas purification, while its strong alkalinity finds use in detergents, personal care, and chemical synthesis.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Grade | Colourless viscous liquid | 99% | Industrial | Gas treatment, detergents, agrochemicals, synthesis |
Applications & Uses
Gas Treatment (CO2 & H2S Removal)
The most significant industrial application. MEA solutions are used globally in natural gas processing, flue gas treatment, and CO2 capture systems to selectively absorb and remove CO2 and H2S from gas streams, producing purified gas suitable for pipeline or industrial use.
Detergents & Cleaning Products
Used as a pH adjuster and co-builder in liquid detergents and industrial cleaners. Reacts with fatty acids to form monoethanolamides used as foam boosters and thickeners in personal care products.
Agrochemicals
Used as an emulsifier and amine salt former in herbicide and pesticide formulations. MEA salts of herbicide acids improve solubility and efficacy of the active ingredient.
Chemical Synthesis
Used as a building block in the synthesis of chelating agents, pharmaceuticals, surfactants, and specialty chemicals. Its bifunctional nature (amine plus alcohol) makes it highly versatile as a chemical intermediate.
Paints & Coatings
Used as a pH adjuster and co-binder in water-based paints. Also used in the formulation of corrosion-inhibiting primers and protective coatings for metal surfaces.
Textile Processing
Used in textile scouring and dyeing as a pH regulator and wetting agent. Helps remove sizing agents from greige fabrics and prepares fibres for dyeing.
Technical Specifications
Mono Ethanol Amine — Key Properties
Why Source MEA from Polychem Industries?
- Complete ethanolamine range — MEA, DEA, and TEA all available from one supplier
- Industrial grade with full quality documentation
- Certificate of Analysis and MSDS provided on request
- Reliable bulk supply for gas treatment and chemical manufacturers
- Competitive pricing with year-round availability
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
