MEA is used in aqueous solutions for scrubbing certain acidic gases or deposits. It is used as feedstock in the production of detergents, emulsifiers, polishes, pharmaceuticals, corrosion inhibitors, chemical intermediates. For example, reacting ethanolamine with ammonia gives the commonly used chelating agent, ethylenediamine.
So that should clear up any confusion you may have! Actually, now I’m even confused! The bottom line, it’s an organic cleaning compound that will not harm EPDM rubber roofs on RVs and is good at removing the harshest of stains, bird droppings and tree sap. It’s usually used in the production of cleaning agents aimed directly at those stains. Here’s what it looks like chemically:
And just so you don’t think I’m that smart....I found this info on Wikipedia...

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