Amine corrosion refers to the general and/or localized corrosion that occurs principally on _________ in amine treating processes. Corrosion is not caused by the amine itself, but results from dissolved acid gases (CO₂ and H₂S), amine degradation products, heat stable amine salts and other contaminants.

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Carbon steel is the most commonly used material for equipment in amine treating processes and is therefore the most susceptible to amine corrosion. Duplex SS and the 300/400 series SS are more resistant to corrosion than carbon steel, but they are not immune to it.

Amine Corrosion Refers to the General And/or Localized Corrosion That