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Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane

Also known as: Trometamol, Tromethamine, TRIS, Trizma, THAM, Tris base, 2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol, Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane, Pehanorm, Talatrol, Tham-E, riladyl, thamset, TRISMAT

Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane (CAS 77-86-1) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H11NO3 and a molecular weight of 121.135 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 167-172 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 357.0±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 169.7±26.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
77-86-1
Jingsj CID
J-32676-4
Molecular Formula
C4H11NO3
Molecular Weight
121.135 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point167-172 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point357.0±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point169.7±26.5 °C
Exact Mass121.073891
PSA86.71000
LogP-1.38
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.544
Additional Property550 g/L (25 ºC)

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Nahas GG, et al. Guidelines for the treatment of acidaemia with THAM. Drugs. 1998 Feb;55(2):191-224.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922199090
Summary2922199090. other amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their ethers and esters; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane?

The CAS number of Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane is 77-86-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane?

Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane has molecular formula C4H11NO3 and molecular weight 121.135 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane?

For Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane, Upstream Products: Acrylamide, Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane; Downstream Products: tert-Butyl N-[2-hydroxy-1,1-bis(hydroxymethyl)ethyl]carbamate, Nicotinic acid, Pentafluorobenzene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane (CAS 77-86-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-32676-4 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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