Description

N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-Benzylidene)Ethylenediamine is a Schiff base ligand characterized by its distinctive salicylaldehyde-derived structure. This compound is of significant commercial and research interest due to its excellent chelating properties with various transition and rare earth metal ions. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the chemical synthesis, materials science, and analytical chemistry sectors for developing catalysts, sensors, and functional materials.

Application

• As a chelating ligand for the synthesis of transition metal complexes (e.g., Cu, Ni, Co, Fe) used in catalysis.
• In the preparation of functional materials and coordination polymers with potential applications in gas storage or separation.
• As a key intermediate or precursor in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research.
• For the development of chemical sensors and colorimetric detection kits for metal ions.
• In corrosion inhibition studies as an additive for metal surface treatment formulations.
• As a research chemical in academic and industrial laboratories studying Schiff base chemistry and coordination behavior.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-Benzylidene)Ethylenediamine
CAS No.	7396-77-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₀N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	328.36 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Ethylenebis(2-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzylideneimine); Ethylenediamine-N,N'-bis(2-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde); o-Vanillin ethylenediamine Schiff base; H₂ovanen; Bis(2-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzylidene)ethylenediamine; N,N'-Bis(2-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzylidene)-1,2-ethanediamine; 2,2'-[(1E,1'E)-1,2-Ethanediylbis(nitrilomethylidyne)]bis[6-methoxyphenol]
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxy-3-Methoxy-Benzylidene)Ethylenediamine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key specifications such as assay (HPLC), melting point, and spectral identification (IR, NMR) is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Melting Point	Contact for details
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %

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