Description

2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(Acetamide) is a versatile organic compound with a nitrilotriacetic acid (NTA) backbone, serving as a key intermediate and functional building block. Its molecular structure, featuring three amide groups, makes it valuable for chelation, coordination chemistry, and as a precursor for specialty polymers and surfactants. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors seeking to develop novel compounds or modify material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex amine or amide functionalities.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for the production of nitrilotriacetic acid (NTA) derivatives and related complexing agents used in detergents and water treatment.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for creating specialized polyamides, epoxy curing agents, and coatings with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from its structural motif.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis and material science R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Surfactant & Detergent Formulation: Used to synthesize amphoteric or nonionic surfactants for industrial and consumer cleaning products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(Acetamide)
CAS No.	4862-18-4
Molecular Formula	C6H12N4O3
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Nitrilotriacetamide; Tris(carbamoylmethyl)amine; N,N-Bis(carbamoylmethyl)glycinamide; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriacetamide; N,N-Bis(2-amino-2-oxoethyl)glycinamide; Acetamide, N,N-bis[(aminoacetyl)methyl]-; Glycine, N,N-bis(carbamoylmethyl)-, amide
EINECS	225-477-8

Quality Control

Our 2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(Acetamide) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, 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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.