Description

2,2',2''-Nitrilotriacetic Acid Triethyl Ester is a versatile organic compound and the triethyl ester derivative of nitrilotriacetic acid (NTA). This chemical serves as a crucial intermediate and chelating agent precursor in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring controlled metal ion sequestration or as a building block for complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of various NTA-based chelators used in water treatment, detergents, and industrial cleaning formulations.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives to modify properties like hardness and cross-linking density.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying coordination chemistry and developing new metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts.
• Analytical Reagent: Functions as a complexing agent in analytical chemistry for the selective detection and quantification of metal ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2',2''-Nitrilotriacetic Acid Triethyl Ester
CAS No.	16669-54-8
Molecular Formula	C12H21NO6
Molecular Weight	275.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Nitrilotriacetic Acid Triethyl Ester; Triethyl Nitrilotriacetate; N(CH2COOC2H5)3; NTA Triethyl Ester; Tris(ethoxycarbonylmethyl)amine; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Triethyl 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriacetate; Glycine, N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-, triethyl ester
EINECS	240-739-1

Quality Control

Our 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriacetic Acid Triethyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The product may be moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.