Description

1,2-Bis(2-Aminophenoxy)Ethane-N,N,N',N'-Tetraacetic Acid Tetrapotassium Salt is a high-purity, water-soluble chelating agent derived from the BAPTA family, specifically designed for its high affinity for calcium ions. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise control of divalent cation concentrations in sensitive biochemical and diagnostic systems. It is primarily utilized in life science research, analytical chemistry, and the production of specialized reagents and buffers.

Application

• Calcium Chelation in Biochemical Research: Used as a selective calcium ion buffer in cell physiology studies, enzyme kinetics, and receptor-ligand binding assays.
• Diagnostic Reagent Formulation: A key component in the manufacture of clinical diagnostic kits and reagents where controlled calcium levels are essential for accuracy.
• Analytical Chemistry Standard: Serves as a reference standard and chelating agent in titrations, chromatography, and spectroscopic analysis.
• Buffer Systems for Molecular Biology: Incorporated into specialized buffer solutions for PCR, electrophoresis, and protein purification to sequester interfering metal ions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical compounds and contrast agents.
• Industrial Process Chelation: Used in niche industrial processes where precise, non-toxic metal ion sequestration is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis(2-Aminophenoxy)Ethane-N,N,N',N'-Tetraacetic Acid Tetrapotassium Salt
CAS No.	73630-08-7
Molecular Formula	C22H20K4N2O10
Molecular Weight	628.80 g/mol
Synonyms	BAPTA Tetrapotassium Salt; K4BAPTA; 1,2-Bis(o-aminophenoxy)ethane-N,N,N',N'-tetraacetic acid tetrapotassium salt; Tetrapotassium BAPTA; BAPTA, Tetrapotassium; EGTA, Tetrapotassium Salt (Analog); Calcium Chelator BAPTA-K4; [Ethylenebis(oxy-2,1-phenyleneiminodiacetic acid)] Tetrapotassium Salt
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Bis(2-Aminophenoxy)Ethane-N,N,N',N'-Tetraacetic Acid Tetrapotassium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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