Triethylamine

C₆H₁₅N

IUPAC: N,N-Diethylethanamine

CAS: 121-44-8

Overview

Triethylamine (TEA) is one of the most commonly used non-nucleophilic bases in organic synthesis. It has a strong, fishy ammonia-like odor.

Composition

Element Symbol Atoms Atomic Mass
Hydrogen H 15 1.0080
Carbon C 6 12.0110
Nitrogen N 1 14.0070

Elemental Composition

H
Hydrogen ×15
14.9%
C
Carbon ×6
71.2%
N
Nitrogen ×1
13.8%

Uses

  • • Acid scavenger in synthesis
  • • Catalyst
  • • Corrosion inhibitor

Fun Facts

  • ✦ One of the most frequently used reagents in organic chemistry laboratories

Safety

  • ⚠ Flammable
  • ⚠ Corrosive
  • ⚠ Strong odor

Structure

SMILES

CCN(CC)CC

Properties

Type
organic
State
liquid
Molar Mass
101.19 g/mol
Density
0.7260 g/cm³
Melting Point
-114.7 °C
Boiling Point
88.9 °C
Solubility
133 g/L at 20°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
101.1204
XLogP
1.4
TPSA
3.2 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
3
Heavy Atoms
7
Complexity
25.0

Related Compounds

1,2-Dichloroethane

C₂H₄Cl₂

1,3-Butadiene

C₄H₆

1,4-Dioxane

C₄H₈O₂

1-Butanol

C₄H₁₀O

2-Propanol

C₃H₈O

Acetaldehyde

CH₃CHO

Acetamide

C₂H₅NO

Acetic Anhydride

C₄H₆O₃

Acetone

(CH₃)₂CO

Acetonitrile

C₂H₃N

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Triethylamine?
Triethylamine (C₆H₁₅N) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name N,N-Diethylethanamine.
What is the molecular weight of Triethylamine?
Triethylamine has a molar mass of 101.19 g/mol.
What state is Triethylamine at room temperature?
Triethylamine is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Triethylamine organic or inorganic?
Triethylamine is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Triethylamine?
Triethylamine (C₆H₁₅N) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N).