Description

1,4,7-Triazacyclononane-N,N',N''-Tris(Methylenephosphonate Monoethyl Ester) is a sophisticated macrocyclic ligand featuring a triazacyclononane backbone functionalized with phosphonate ester arms, making it a powerful chelating agent for a wide range of metal ions. This compound is valued for its high binding affinity and selectivity, which are critical for advanced applications in catalysis and material science. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, chemical synthesis, and nanotechnology sectors for developing novel catalysts, imaging agents, and functional materials.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: Acts as a key ligand for transition metal catalysts in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Medical Imaging & Diagnostics: Chelates radionuclides (e.g., Gallium-68, Copper-64) for use in Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging probes.
• Rare Earth Element Separation: Employed in solvent extraction processes for the selective separation and purification of lanthanides and actinides.
• Functional Material Synthesis: Serves as a building block for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other coordination polymers with tailored properties.
• Water Treatment: Used as a scale inhibitor and corrosion control agent in industrial water systems due to its strong metal-sequestering ability.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a complexing agent in chelation chromatography and for the spectrophotometric determination of metal ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4,7-Triazacyclononane-N,N',N''-Tris(Methylenephosphonate Monoethyl Ester)
CAS No.	133587-14-1
Molecular Formula	C18H39N3O9P3
Molecular Weight	558.43 g/mol
Synonyms	TACN-Tris(Methylenephosphonate Monoethyl Ester); 1,4,7-Triazacyclononane-1,4,7-triyltris(methylene)triphosphonic Acid Triethyl Ester; NOTA-Tris(POM); Tris(2-ethoxy-2-oxoethyl)-1,4,7-triazonane-1,4,7-triyltrimethylenetriphosphonate; TACN(MPE)3; 1,4,7-Triazacyclononane-N,N',N''-tris(methylenephosphonic Acid Monoethyl Ester); 1,4,7-Triazacyclononane-1,4,7-triyltrimethylenetriphosphonic Acid Triethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 1,4,7-Triazacyclononane-N,N',N''-Tris(Methylenephosphonate Monoethyl Ester) adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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