noun
- A colorless, viscous organic compound (C₂H₇NO) derived from ethylene oxide and ammonia, used in detergents, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications.
Usage: chemistry; technical
Examples
- Ethanolamine is a key ingredient in many household cleaning products.
- The pharmaceutical company uses ethanolamine in the formulation of several medications.
- Ethanolamine derivatives are commonly found in cosmetic emulsifiers.
- Industrial processes often employ ethanolamine for gas treatment and purification.
- The chemical structure of ethanolamine contains both amino and hydroxyl functional groups.