Diethylamine

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Diethylamine is a secondary amine with the molecular structure CH₃CH₂NHCH₂CH₃. It is a flammable, strongly alkaline liquid. It is miscible with water and ethanol.

Diethylamine is manufactured from ethanol and ammonia and is obtained together with ethylamine and triethylamine. It is used as a corrosion inhibitor and in the production of rubber, resins, dyes and pharmaceuticals.

Diethylamine is a corrosive chemical and contact with skin may cause irritation or burns.