AdvanSix Tri-n-propylamine (ΤΡΑ)
- CAS Number
- 102-69-2
- Chemical Name
- Tripropylamine
- Molecular Formula
- C₉H₂₁N
AdvanSix Tri-n-propylamine (ΤΡΑ) is a colorless liquid with an ammonia-like odor and stands as a stable compound ideal for research purposes. It serves as a solvent and is employed in the synthesis of carbon nanotubes. While it is slightly soluble in water, caution is warranted due to its flammability when heated or exposed to ignition sources.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Product families
Applications
- Chemical Manufacturing
Product Families
- Amines
Other characteristics
- Purity (Assay)
- 98.5 %
- Odor
- Amine odor
- Markets
- Consumer Goods
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Industrial
- Technology
- Base Chemicals & Intermediates
- Storage Condition
Maximum; Minimum; 100°F (37.8°C); 0°F (-17.8°C); Outside, detached tanks; Cool, dry, well-ventilated area; ¹ - Nitrogen blanketing should be used to retain quality. A white precipitate can form when product is exposed to air.
- Applicable Processes
- Chemicals Production
- Base Chemicals End Uses
- Carbon Nanotube Synthesizes
- Base Chemicals Functions
- Catalyst
- Intermediate
- Solvent
- Handling Recommendations
Keep containers closed when not in use.; Open containers slowly to allow any excess pressure to vent.; Keep away from heat, sparks, flame, or other sources of ignition.; Protect small containers from physical damage.; Use proper electrical grounding and bonding procedures when loading, unloading, and transferring.; Use spark-resistant tools.; Electrical equipment and circuits in all storage and handling areas must conform to requirements of national electrical code (Articles 500 and 501) for hazardous location.
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
11 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 143.27 | g/mol | — |
| Explosive Limits | 0.7 - 5.6 | % | USCG |
| Flash Point | 36 | °C | Closed Cup |
| Autoignition Temperature | 230 | °C | — |
| Melting Point | max. -60 | °C | — |
| Boiling Point | 156 | °C | — |
| Density (at 20°C) | 0.775 | — | — |
| Vapor Density (Air= 1) | 4.9 | — | — |
| Vapor Pressure (at 20°C) | 15 - 37.5 | mmHg | — |
| Viscosity (at 200 K) | 4.68×10⁻³ | Pa.s | — |
| Water Solubility (at 20°C) | 2 | g/l | — |
Table 2 of 2
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tri-n-propylamine (Assay) | 98.5 | % | — |
| Water | 0.2 | % | — |
| Color | max. 20 | — | Platinum-Cobalt |
| Di-n-Propylamine | 0.2 | % | — |
| n-Propylamine | 0.1 | % | — |
| Total Tertiary Amines | 1 | % | — |
