Description

Tris(2-Carboxyethyl)- CAS NO 5962-40-3 is a versatile tricarboxylic acid derivative, widely recognized as a key intermediate and a potent metal chelator. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to form stable complexes with various metal ions, making it essential for applications requiring precise metal control or removal. This compound is particularly valuable for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and water treatment industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial intermediate and a metal-scavenging agent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to ensure product purity.
• Polymer & Resin Manufacturing: Acts as a cross-linking agent or a monomer component in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Water Treatment & Detergents: Functions as a highly effective chelating agent to sequester calcium, magnesium, and other metal ions, preventing scale formation and improving cleaning efficiency.
• Electroplating & Metal Finishing: Used in plating baths to stabilize metal ions, control deposition rates, and improve the quality and uniformity of metal coatings.
• Analytical Chemistry & Research: Employed as a buffer component and a metal chelator in biochemical assays and laboratory research protocols.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into formulations as a stabilizer and chelating agent to enhance product shelf-life and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(2-Carboxyethyl)- CAS NO 5962-40-3
CAS No.	5962-40-3
Molecular Formula	C9H12O6
Molecular Weight	216.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(2-Carboxyethyl)phosphine Oxide; 2-Carboxyethylphosphonic Acid; TCEP-Oxide; (2-Carboxyethyl)phosphonic Acid; Phosphonopropionic Acid; 3-Phosphonopropionic Acid; NSC 37026; β-Phosphonopropionic Acid
EINECS	227-750-2

Quality Control

Our Tris(2-Carboxyethyl)- CAS NO 5962-40-3 is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and titration methods, to ensure it meets high-purity specifications for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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