Description

2-[2-(Bis(Carboxymethyl)Amino)Ethyl-(Carboxymethyl)Amino]Acetic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional chelating agent and polyaminocarboxylic acid derivative. This compound is valued for its exceptional ability to form stable complexes with a wide range of metal ions, making it a critical component in applications requiring precise metal sequestration or catalysis. It is essential for industrial and research chemists in sectors such as water treatment, chemical synthesis, and advanced material development where reliable chelation performance is paramount.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: Acts as a highly effective scale inhibitor and chelating agent in boiler and cooling water systems to control metal ion precipitation.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a versatile ligand in homogeneous catalysis and as a building block for synthesizing more complex chelating polymers and resins.
• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Functions as a water softener and builder to enhance the cleaning efficiency of industrial and institutional detergents by sequestering calcium and magnesium ions.
• Pulp & Paper Processing: Used in bleaching processes to stabilize peroxides and control transition metal ions that can degrade cellulose fibers.
• Textile Processing: Employed in dyeing and finishing baths to complex with metal ions that can interfere with color uniformity and fabric quality.
• Agricultural Chemicals: Can be utilized in certain fertilizer and pesticide formulations to improve nutrient availability and stability.
• Laboratory Research: Provides a well-defined polyaminocarboxylate structure for fundamental studies in coordination chemistry and analytical method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[2-(Bis(Carboxymethyl)Amino)Ethyl-(Carboxymethyl)Amino]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	94108-75-5
Molecular Formula	C11H18N2O8
Molecular Weight	306.27 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Bis(carboxymethyl)-N'-(carboxymethyl)-N'-(2-((bis(carboxymethyl)amino)ethyl)ethylenediamine; Pentacarboxymethyl Diethylenetriamine; PC-DETA; DTPA-Penta; Diethylenetriaminepentaacetic Acid Penta-Methyl Ester (Hydrolyzed); 2,2',2'',2''',2''''-(Diethylenetriaminepentaacetate) (related anion); 1,1,4,7,7-Pentakis(carboxymethyl)-1,4,7-triazaheptane
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Quality Control

Our 2-[2-(Bis(Carboxymethyl)Amino)Ethyl-(Carboxymethyl)Amino]Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
pH (1% Solution)	2.5 - 4.0

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