Description

3-(Carboxymethylamino)Propanoic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring both carboxylic acid and amino functional groups, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature allows for selective reactions, enabling the creation of complex molecules for advanced applications. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a specific amino acid-like backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its structure can be incorporated to modify biological activity.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of more complex chelating agents used in water treatment, detergents, and metal ion sequestration.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized in biochemical research and diagnostic reagent development for creating stable conjugates between molecules like proteins and dyes or drugs.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce carboxylic acid functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like hydrophilicity, adhesion, or reactivity for coatings and resins.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Carboxymethylamino)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	505-72-6
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO4
Molecular Weight	147.13 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Carboxymethyl)-β-alanine; Iminodiacetic acid, N-ethyl-; 2-[(2-Carboxyethyl)amino]acetic acid; Ethyliminodiacetic acid; N-Ethyliminodiacetic acid; 3-[(Carboxymethyl)amino]propanoic acid; (Carboxymethylamino)propionic acid; IDA-N-Et
EINECS	208-020-5

Quality Control

Our 3-(Carboxymethylamino)Propanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting results from tests including assay, related substances, and residual solvents. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

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) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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)	≤ 20 ppm

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