Description

Piperazine-1,4-Diacetic Acid is a versatile bifunctional chelating agent and organic intermediate of significant industrial importance. Its molecular structure, featuring two acetic acid groups on a piperazine backbone, makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing complex ligands, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymers. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop new chelating systems or modify molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring metal chelation or specific pharmacokinetic properties.
• Chelating Agent Synthesis: Serves as a core structure for developing advanced polyaminocarboxylate chelators used in medical imaging, water treatment, and industrial catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like metal ion binding, hydrophilicity, or cross-linking capability.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Intermediate in the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators that benefit from its chelating and systemic properties.
• Research & Development: Valuable reagent in chemical research for studying coordination chemistry and developing new macrocyclic or acyclic ligand systems.
• Water Treatment Chemicals: Precursor for scale and corrosion inhibitors in industrial water systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Piperazine-1,4-Diacetic Acid
CAS No.	5430-78-4
Molecular Formula	C8H14N2O4
Molecular Weight	202.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Piperazinediacetic Acid; Piperazine-N,N'-diacetic Acid; PDAA; EDTA Piperazine; Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid Piperazine; 2,2'-(Piperazine-1,4-diyl)diacetic Acid; N,N'-Bis(carboxymethyl)piperazine
EINECS	226-589-8

Quality Control

Our Piperazine-1,4-Diacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Specifications can be aligned with customer requirements for specific applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, 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 (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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