Widely used as an accelerator in epoxy resin curing systems to shorten cure time without compromising pot-life or film properties, and as a catalyst for PIR (polyisocyanurate) and rigid polyurethane foam formulations across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and GCC industrial market.
Technical specifications
| PARAMETER | SPECIFICATION |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 90-72-2 |
| Chemical Name | Tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol |
| Appearance | Light Yellow Liquid |
| Assay | ≥ 95.00 % |
| Colour | ≤ 3.0 |
| Amine Value (mgKOH/g) | 600 – 630 |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.50 % |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 0.975 – 0.985 |
| Viscosity @ 25°C (mPa·s) | 120 – 250 |
Applications
- Accelerator for epoxy resin curing systems — shortens cure time at ambient temperature without sacrificing pot-life
- Catalyst for PIR (Polyisocyanurate) rigid foam formulations used in insulation panels across GCC construction
- Catalyst for rigid polyurethane foam systems — sandwich panels, cold store insulation, and pipe insulation
- Used at low levels (0.5–2.0%) to accelerate RAYCURE polyamide and aliphatic amine hardener systems
- Co-catalyst in complex epoxy formulations requiring rapid through-cure in thick sections
- Accelerator for electrical encapsulation and potting compounds where fast return-to-service is required
Key properties
- Highly reactive tertiary amine — fast catalytic response
- Excellent compatibility with polyamide and aliphatic amine hardeners
- Does not compromise pot-life at low addition levels (0.5–2.0%)
- Broad catalytic activity across epoxy, PIR, and rigid PU systems
- Effective at ambient temperature — critical for GCC site applications
- Low use levels keep contribution to film properties minimal
- Shelf life: 2 years from manufacturing date
Usage and recommendations
In epoxy systems: add at 0.5–2.0% on total formulation weight. Mix into hardener component before combining with resin. Higher loadings reduce pot-life significantly — test before commercial use. In PIR foam: addition level determined by formulation system — contact Raykem technical team for guidance. Store away from acid liquids and heat sources.
Packaging
- 20 kg Drums
- 200 kg Drums
- Custom Packaging on Request
Storage and shelf life
Store in ventilated, cool and clean warehouse, away from acid liquids and heat sources. Shelf life: 2 years from manufacturing date in original sealed containers.