Description

n-(Carboxymethyl)-n-[2-[(Carboxymethyl)Amino]-2-Hydroxyethyl]Glycine is a high-purity, versatile chelating agent and complexing compound. This specialized chemical is valued for its strong metal-binding capabilities, particularly with transition metals, making it essential for processes requiring precise control of metal ion activity. It is primarily used by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, analytical chemistry, and specialty chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a critical chelating agent and stabilizer in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic reagents.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a component in buffer solutions and mobile phases for HPLC and other chromatographic techniques to improve peak shape and separation.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a metal ion buffer in enzymatic studies and cell culture media to maintain specific, low concentrations of essential metal ions.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate or additive in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals where metal sequestration is required.
• Diagnostic Kits: Incorporated into formulations for clinical diagnostic tests to enhance stability and accuracy by chelating interfering metal ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(Carboxymethyl)-n-[2-[(Carboxymethyl)Amino]-2-Hydroxyethyl]Glycine
CAS No.	33872-70-7
Molecular Formula	C9H16N2O8
Molecular Weight	280.23 g/mol
Synonyms	NTA-OH; Tris(carboxymethyl)aminomethanole; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(ethanol), N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-; N-(Carboxymethyl)-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)iminodiacetic acid; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)iminodiacetic acid-N,N-diacetic acid; HEDTA precursor; 2-[Bis(carboxymethyl)amino]-2-hydroxyethylacetic acid; Glycine, N-(carboxymethyl)-N-[2-[(carboxymethyl)amino]-2-hydroxyethyl]-
EINECS	251-700-4

Quality Control

Our n-(Carboxymethyl)-n-[2-[(Carboxymethyl)Amino]-2-Hydroxyethyl]Glycine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, 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 opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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