Description

Ethyl 1,10-Phenanthroline-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, functionalized phenanthroline derivative that serves as a critical building block and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to chelate metal ions, making it indispensable for developing catalysts, sensors, and luminescent materials. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metal-dependent enzymes or requiring specific chelation properties.
• Catalyst Ligand: Serves as a key ligand in homogeneous catalysis for organic transformations, including cross-coupling and oxidation reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed as a chromogenic and fluorogenic agent for the spectrophotometric and fluorometric determination of metal ions like iron and copper.
• Materials Science Precursor: A building block for creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), coordination polymers, and other functional materials with tailored optical or electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the development of new active ingredients where its chelating ability can enhance bioavailability or target specificity.
• Luminescent Material Synthesis: Key component in the preparation of europium and other lanthanide complexes used in OLEDs, bio-imaging probes, and sensors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 1,10-Phenanthroline-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	22426-15-9
Molecular Formula	C16H14N2O2
Molecular Weight	266.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,10-Phenanthroline-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 1,10-phenanthroline-2-carboxylate; 2-Ethoxycarbonyl-1,10-phenanthroline; Ethyl phenanthroline-2-carboxylate; 1,10-Phenanthroline-2-carboxylic acid, ethyl ester; 2-Carbethoxy-1,10-phenanthroline; 2-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-1,10-phenanthroline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 1,10-Phenanthroline-2-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.