Applications in Various Industries:
- Chemical Industry: Used as an intermediate in the production of surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and pharmaceuticals.
- Industrial Use: Employed as a pH adjuster and neutralizing agent in water-based coatings and paints.
- Cosmetic and Personal Care: Found in some personal care products as an emulsifier or pH adjuster.
Where is DMEA Found?
- Natural Sources: Not naturally occurring; it is a synthetic compound.
- Industrial Production: Produced by reacting dimethylamine with ethylene oxide.
- Consumer Products: Found in surfactants, coatings, and personal care products.