About this product
Mono Ethanol Amine (MEA) — also called monoethanolamine, ethanolamine or 2-aminoethanol (CAS 141-43-5) — is a clear-liquid industrial amine used in gas scrubbing, surfactants, metalworking fluids and chemical synthesis. We import Industrial Grade (99.5% min) MEA directly from PETRONAS Chemicals in Malaysia, with every lot backed by the manufacturer's certificate of analysis. It ships in 210 kg plastic drums from our Redhills, Chennai warehouse, with dispatch across South India.
Mono Ethanol Amine (MEA) at a glance
- MEA full form
- Monoethanolamine
- Also known as
- Ethanolamine · 2-Aminoethanol
- CAS number
- 141-43-5
- Formula
- C2H7NO
- HSN code
- 2922 11 00
CAS number and formula checked against PubChem on 3 October 2026. Full grade and property values are in the specifications below. More lookups: chemical abbreviations list · CAS number reference.
Applications & Uses
Safety & Technical Documents
MSDS / SDS
Technical data sheet (TDS) & Certificate of Analysis
Batch Certificate of Analysis (CoA) · supplied with every delivery
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Product DataGrades & Technical Specifications
Grades & Technical Specifications
Physical Properties
- Appearance
- Clear liquid
- Purity
- 99.5 – 100.0% wt (monoethanolamine)
- Assay
- Diethanolamine 0.2% max; water 0.3% max; colour 15 max Pt-Co (per manufacturer's COA)
Supply & Packaging
- Packaging
- Plastic drums, 210 kg net
- Grades Available
- Industrial Grade (99.5% min)
- Origin
- Imported
Compliance & Storage
- HS Code
- 2922 11 00
- Storage
- Store sealed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from acids and oxidisers
These specs are indicative. Request a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for batch-specific values.
Source Manufacturers
Sourced directly from verified manufacturers for consistent quality and traceability.
Supplied across South IndiaCoimbatoreMaduraiHosurBangaloreHyderabadVisakhapatnamKochi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the full form of MEA in chemicals?
MEA stands for Monoethanolamine, also known as Ethanolamine, 2-Aminoethanol. Its CAS number is 141-43-5. Supreme Petro Chemicals supplies Mono Ethanol Amine (MEA) to manufacturers from Chennai.
What is mono ethanol amine (MEA) used for?
MEA — short for monoethanolamine, also known as ethanolamine or 2-aminoethanol — is a versatile industrial amine. Buyers use it in gas scrubbing, surfactant and detergent production, metalworking fluids, cement grinding aids, and as an intermediate in agrochemical and pharmaceutical synthesis. We supply Industrial Grade (99.5% min) MEA from Chennai.
What is the CAS number and HSN code of monoethanolamine?
The CAS number of Mono Ethanol Amine (MEA) is 141-43-5 and its HSN code is 2922 11 00. Both appear on our TDS (document SPC-TDS-AMN-002) and MSDS, available for download on this page.
What is the specification of industrial grade monoethanolamine 99.5%?
Our MEA is Industrial Grade: monoethanolamine 99.5–100.0% wt, diethanolamine 0.2% max, water 0.3% max, colour 15 max Pt-Co, supplied as a clear liquid. Values are per the manufacturer's certificate of analysis from PETRONAS.
Is monoethanolamine flammable or combustible?
MEA is classified as combustible, not flammable. It causes severe skin burns and eye damage and is hygroscopic, so store it sealed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from acids and oxidisers, and wear gloves and eye protection when handling.
What is the difference between MEA, DEA and TEA?
MEA (Mono Ethanol Amine, CAS 141-43-5), DEA (Di Ethanol Amine, CAS 111-42-2) and TEA (Tri Ethanol Amine, CAS 102-71-6) are the three ethanolamines, carrying one, two and three hydroxyethyl groups respectively. We stock all three in Chennai, including TEA in 85% and 99% grades.
Where can I buy monoethanolamine in Chennai, and in what packaging?
We supply MEA from our Redhills, Chennai warehouse in 210 kg net plastic drums, imported directly from PETRONAS Chemicals Marketing in Malaysia, with dispatch across South India. Order sizes depend on packaging and current stock — call or WhatsApp +91 86087 80096 for a quote.