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Product Code: DMP-30 / Tris-DMP
CAS No.: 90-72-2
Product Category: Epoxy Curing Accelerator / Co-curing Agent

1. Product Information
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Item |
Information |
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Chemical Name |
2,4,6-Tris[(dimethylamino)methyl]phenol |
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Common Name |
2,4,6-Tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol |
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Product Code / Trade Name |
DMP-30 / Tris-DMP |
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CAS No. |
90-72-2 |
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EC No. |
202-013-9 |
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Molecular Formula |
C15H27N3O |
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Molecular Weight |
265.39 g/mol |
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Linear Formula |
[(CH3)2NCH2]3C6H2OH |
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Category |
Tertiary amine phenolic epoxy curing accelerator / Mannich base |
2. Product Description
DMP-30 is a Mannich base type epoxy curing accelerator containing tertiary amine groups and a phenolic hydroxyl group. In epoxy resin systems, its tertiary amine structure acts as a Lewis base catalyst and promotes curing reactions, while the phenolic hydroxyl group contributes to activation in epoxy formulations. It is commonly used as an epoxy curing accelerator, catalyst, or co-curing agent in systems requiring faster room-temperature curing, improved early strength development, or better processing efficiency.
3. Structural Features and Key Advantages
3.1 Structural Features
The DMP-30 molecule contains three dimethylaminomethyl groups and one phenolic hydroxyl group. This structure provides high catalytic activity in epoxy resin systems and allows DMP-30 to work with various epoxy resins and curing agent systems.
3.2 Key Advantages
• Effective cure acceleration: accelerates curing reactions in epoxy systems and supports room-temperature or medium/low-temperature curing.
• Good formulation adaptability: can be used with amine, polyamide, anhydride and other epoxy curing systems.
• Low dosage as accelerator: normally used at relatively low addition levels in epoxy formulations.
• Improved processing efficiency: helps shorten tack-free and curing time and improve production or application turnover.
• Wide application range: suitable for adhesives, coatings, potting, casting, composites and concrete repair epoxy systems.

4. Typical Technical Information
The following data are typical values collected from publicly available sources for internal product database reference only. Official sales, quotation or technical commitment should be based on company TDS, MSDS, COA or mutually confirmed documents.
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Item |
Typical Information |
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Appearance |
Light yellow to yellow liquid / amber to red-brown liquid (description may vary by supplier) |
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Odor |
Amine odor |
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Molecular Formula |
C15H27N3O |
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Molecular Weight |
265.39 g/mol |
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Boiling Point |
Approx. 316°C (public supplier data) |
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Viscosity |
Approx. 200 cps (public supplier data; not company specification) |
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Refractive Index |
n20/D 1.515 (public supplier data) |
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Transport Information |
Amines, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s.; Class 8; Packing Group III (refer to actual MSDS) |
5. Applications
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Application Field |
Function / Description |
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Epoxy Curing Accelerator |
Accelerates epoxy curing reactions and improves curing speed at room temperature or medium/low temperature. |
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Adhesives and Sealants |
Used in industrial adhesive systems requiring faster cure response and strength development. |
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Coatings and Protective Systems |
Used in epoxy coatings, floor coatings and anti-corrosion coating formulations to improve cure speed. |
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Potting and Casting Systems |
Used in electronic potting, casting resin and industrial casting formulations to adjust curing reaction. |
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Composites and Construction Materials |
Can be used in epoxy composites, concrete repair and structural bonding applications. |
6. Packaging, Storage and Safety
Packaging: usually available in drums or other industrial packaging according to supplier specifications. Actual packaging should follow company delivery arrangement.
Storage: keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Avoid heat, direct sunlight and moisture ingress. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and incompatible materials.
Safety: the product may present corrosive and irritant hazards. Wear protective gloves, safety goggles and protective clothing during handling. Refer to the MSDS for detailed safety information.