Polypropylene tanks by Bailiff Enterprises · Willis, Texas936-228-1520
Amines are organic nitrogen compounds derived from ammonia, including ethanolamines (MEA, DEA, MDEA), ethyleneamines and alkylamines. Most are alkaline, many are corrosive to skin and some are flammable; this entry reflects a heavier amine solution with a specific gravity of about 1.13. Amines are used in gas sweetening (H2S and CO2 removal), corrosion inhibitors, surfactants, epoxy curing agents and pharmaceuticals. Confirm the specific amine before selecting tank materials. Use the compatibility ratings to choose the right tank resin, fittings and gaskets.
Polypropylene is the recommended tank material for Amines, rated Good. Avoid nylon tanks; PVC and CPVC fittings; Buna-N and Viton® gaskets. Rated Fair (contact us before use): HDPE tanks and HDPE fittings.
How Amines works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.
| Material | Relative cost | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HDPE | $ | |
| Polypropylene | $$ | |
| Nylon | $$$ | |
| PVDF (Kynar®) | $$$$ |
How Amines works with the plastics used for tank fittings.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| PVC | |
| CPVC | |
| Polypropylene | |
| PVDF |
How Amines works with gasket and O-ring materials.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buna-N | |
| EPDM | |
| Viton® |
Storing this chemical in polypropylene?
Polypropylene tanks from 25 to 6,000 gallons with polypropylene fittings installed. Confirm concentration and temperature with us before you order.
Send the chemical, concentration, temperature and size. We’ll match the tank and fittings and send a quote.