Tetraacetylethylenediamine

CAS# 10543-57-4

Product Description

Tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED) is a chemical compound with various industrial applications, primarily in the detergent and cleaning product industry.

Product:

Tetraacetylethylenediamine

CAS:

10543-57-4

Synonym:

N,N′-Ethylenebis(diacetamide); N-Acetyl-N-[2-(diacetylamino)ethyl]acetamide

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

White to faint brown powder

Density

0.9 g/cm3

Melting point

149-154 °C

Molecular Weight

228.25

Purity

≥90%

Refractive index

1.4550

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Tetraacetylethylenediamine used in many
industry applications

Tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED) is a chemical compound with various industrial applications, primarily in the detergent and cleaning product industry. Here are some of its uses:

  1. Bleaching Agent: TAED is used as an activator or catalyst for hydrogen peroxide in laundry detergents and cleaning products. It enhances the bleaching effectiveness of hydrogen peroxide at lower temperatures.
  2. Laundry Detergents: It is commonly used in laundry detergents to remove stains and brighten fabrics by boosting the performance of hydrogen peroxide-based bleaching agents.
  3. Automatic Dishwashing Detergents: TAED is used in automatic dishwashing detergents to improve the removal of food stains and enhance the cleaning efficiency of dishwashing machines.
  4. Textile Industry: It is used in textile bleaching processes to achieve brighter and cleaner fabrics, especially in applications where low-temperature bleaching is required.
  5. Paper Industry: TAED is used in the paper industry for bleaching recycled paper fibers and improving the brightness and quality of paper products.
  6. Industrial Cleaning: It is used in industrial cleaning formulations for removing stains and whitening surfaces, particularly in applications requiring mild and effective bleaching agents.
  7. Personal Care Products: TAED is sometimes used in personal care products such as denture cleaners and toilet bowl cleaners to enhance bleaching and cleaning performance.
  8. Environmental Applications: TAED is considered environmentally friendly as it facilitates the use of lower temperatures in bleaching processes, reducing energy consumption and environmental impact.
  9. Water Treatment: It is used in water treatment processes for the oxidation and removal of organic contaminants and colorants from wastewater.
  10. Pool and Spa Treatments: TAED can be used in pool and spa treatments as an oxidizing agent for maintaining water clarity and hygiene.