Description

2-(2-Aminoethylamino)Acetic Acid Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate and building block in the production of complex molecules, offering a bifunctional amino acid structure. It is needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring ethylenediamine-like linkers or chelating moieties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chelating ligands for metal catalysis, coordination chemistry, and in the development of contrast agents for medical imaging.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating functional polymers, hydrogels, and resins with amine-reactive sites.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Employed in the modification of peptides, proteins, and other biomolecules, facilitating the attachment of labels, drugs, or other functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic and medicinal chemistry research for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Aminoethylamino)Acetic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	24123-05-5
Molecular Formula	C4H11N2O2·HCl
Molecular Weight	152.60 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Aminoethyl)glycine hydrochloride; Glycine, N-(2-aminoethyl)-, hydrochloride (1:1); (2-Aminoethylamino)acetic acid hydrochloride; Aminoethylglycine hydrochloride; N-Aminoethylglycine HCl; EDTA precursor; Ethylenediamine-N-acetic acid hydrochloride; 2-[(2-Aminoethyl)amino]acetic acid hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Aminoethylamino)Acetic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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