Description

Amino-Tri-(Carboxyethoxymethyl)-Methane is a specialized organic compound featuring a central tertiary amine core with three carboxyethoxymethyl arms, making it a versatile multi-functional building block. This structure is critical for applications requiring a molecule with multiple coordination or reaction sites, such as in the synthesis of complex chelating agents, polymers, and functional materials. It is particularly valuable to industries focused on advanced material science, specialty chemical synthesis, and pharmaceutical intermediate development.

Application

• Chelating Agent Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing high-performance chelating agents used in water treatment, textile processing, and pulp & paper industries.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to introduce carboxylate groups, enhancing the properties of coatings, adhesives, and ion-exchange resins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a sophisticated scaffold in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and diagnostic agents.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Employed in formulations for metal cleaning, plating baths, and corrosion inhibitors due to its potential metal-binding capabilities.
• Specialty Surfactants: Functions as a hydrophilic head group in the production of novel surfactants and emulsifiers for demanding industrial applications.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic transformations and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Amino-Tri-(Carboxyethoxymethyl)-Methane
CAS No.	174362-95-9
Molecular Formula	C14H25NO9
Molecular Weight	351.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Nitrilotris(acetic acid tris(2-hydroxyethyl) ester); Tris(carboxyethoxymethyl)aminomethane; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(acetic acid) tris(2-hydroxyethyl) ester; Amino-tris(carboxyethoxymethyl)methane; ATCM; Tris(2-((carboxymethoxy)methyl)amino)ethane; [Nitrilotris(methylene)]tris[2-(carboxymethoxy)ethanol]
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Amino-Tri-(Carboxyethoxymethyl)-Methane is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity, meeting the specifications required for advanced industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product integrity.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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