Description

(2-Aminoethylamino)Acetic Acid Sodium Salt is a versatile organic salt with significant chelating and complexing properties. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and functional additive in several high-value industrial and research applications. This compound is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors for its role in creating metal-chelating agents and biologically active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of chelating agents for diagnostic imaging and metal-sequestering drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators that require metal complexation.
• Specialty Chelating Agents: A precursor for manufacturing advanced chelants used in water treatment, textile processing, and pulp & paper industries.
• Bioconjugation & Research Chemistry: Utilized in biochemical research for modifying peptides, proteins, and other biomolecules due to its amine-reactive groups.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Acts as a ligand precursor for homogeneous catalysis in fine chemical and polymer production.
• Personal Care Ingredients: Employed in the formulation of certain hair colorants and skin care products where chelation is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Aminoethylamino)Acetic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	35404-68-3
Molecular Formula	C4H9N2O2Na
Molecular Weight	140.12 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Aminoethyl)glycine sodium salt; Sodium N-(2-aminoethyl)glycinate; Ethylenediamine-N-acetic acid sodium salt; EDG-Na; Aminoethylethylenediaminetriacetic acid precursor; Glycine, N-(2-aminoethyl)-, sodium salt (1:1); N-Carboxymethylethylenediamine sodium salt
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Quality Control

Our (2-Aminoethylamino)Acetic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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