Chemical Name: | 2-(1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecan-1-yl)acetic acid |
CAS Number: | 170454-90-7 |
Product Number: | AG01ABS0(AG01ABS0) |
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Molecular Formula: | C10H22N4O2 |
Molecular Weight: | 230.3073 |
1,4,7,10-Tetraazacyclododecane-1-acetic acid, also known as TETA, is a versatile compound widely employed in chemical synthesis due to its unique structure and properties. TETA is commonly used as a chelating agent, forming stable complexes with various metal ions. This property makes it valuable in catalysis and metal extraction processes. In chemical synthesis, TETA plays a crucial role in metal coordination chemistry, where it can facilitate the formation of metal complexes with specific applications in organic transformations and material science. Additionally, TETA can act as a ligand in coordination chemistry, influencing the reactivity and selectivity of metal-catalyzed reactions. Its ability to bind to metal ions with high affinity makes it a key component in the development of new catalysts and functional materials.