Description

5-Carboxyethylenediamine-N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxyphenylacetic Acid) is a specialized chelating agent and organic intermediate of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring multiple carboxylate and phenolic hydroxyl groups, provides excellent metal ion binding affinity, making it valuable for creating stable complexes. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in catalysis, metal scavenging, and as a precursor for more complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring metal-chelating properties or specific molecular scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Specialty Chelating Agent: Employed in industrial water treatment, textile processing, or pulp and paper production to sequester and control metal ions like iron, copper, and calcium.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to impart metal-binding characteristics or improve adhesion properties in specialty polymers and coatings.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Utilized in the preparation of chromatographic stationary phases or as a complexometric titrant for the determination of specific metal ions.
• Catalyst Ligand: Functions as a ligand in homogeneous catalysis for various organic transformations, leveraging its multidentate coordination sites.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Carboxyethylenediamine-N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxyphenylacetic Acid)
CAS No.	85120-53-2
Molecular Formula	C20H22N2O8
Molecular Weight	418.40 g/mol
Synonyms	EDTA Derivative (Hydroxyphenylacetic Acid); N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxyphenylacetic Acid) Ethylenediamine-N,N'-diacetic Acid Derivative; 5-Carboxy-EDTA Derivative; Chelating Agent 85120-53-2; [[(Carboxymethyl)imino]bis(2,1-ethanediylnitrilobis(methylene))]tetrakis(2-hydroxyphenylacetic acid) (systematic); Contact for IUPAC name
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Carboxyethylenediamine-N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxyphenylacetic Acid) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substances, IR for identification, and loss on drying. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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