Description

n-(Diphosphonomethyl)Glycine is a specialized organophosphonate compound with a unique molecular structure combining glycine and phosphonate functionalities. This structure makes it a highly effective chelating agent and intermediate for synthesizing advanced scale inhibitors and metal ion sequestrants. It is primarily utilized by industrial water treatment formulators, agrochemical manufacturers, and researchers developing novel metal-complexing agents or flame retardant additives.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: A key intermediate for synthesizing high-performance phosphonate-based scale and corrosion inhibitors used in cooling towers, boilers, and reverse osmosis systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating novel herbicidal compounds, particularly those with systemic and contact activity, leveraging its phosphonate moiety.
• Metal Ion Sequestration: Used in formulations requiring strong chelation of di- and trivalent metal ions (e.g., Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, Fe³⁺) in cleaning, textile, and pulp & paper processes.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for the preparation of more complex phosphonates, potentially for use as flame retardants, lubricant additives, or pharmaceutical candidates.
• Laboratory Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying phosphonate chemistry, coordination complexes, and developing new materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(Diphosphonomethyl)Glycine
CAS No.	55339-21-4
Molecular Formula	C3H9NO8P2
Molecular Weight	249.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycine, N-(diphosphonomethyl)-; (Carboxymethylamino)methylenediphosphonic Acid; N-(Diphosphonomethyl)glycine; Amino tris(methylenephosphonic acid) derivative; ATMP precursor; Phosphonoglycine; N-(Bis(phosphonomethyl))glycine; Glyphosine analog
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Quality Control

Our n-(Diphosphonomethyl)Glycine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and consistent batch-to-batch performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture, 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)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
pH (1% Solution)	2.0 - 4.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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