Compound Q&A
How is 2,2',2'',2'''-(1,2-Cyclohexanediyldinitrilo)tetraacetic acid hydrate (CAS: 482-54-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
2,2',2'',2'''-(1,2-Cyclohexanediyldinitrilo)tetraacetic acid hydrate (CAS: 482-54-2) is typically synthesized through the condensation of 1,2-cyclohexanedionemononitrile with excess ethylenediamine. Commonly, this reaction is carried out under basic conditions using sodium ethoxide as a catalyst. The yield is around 75-85%, and the product is purified by recrystallization from water to obtain the hydrate form.
About
CAS No
482-54-2
English Name
2,2',2'',2'''-(1,2-Cyclohexanediyldinitrilo)tetraacetic acid hydrate (1:1)
Molecular Formula
C14H24N2O9
Molecular Weight
346.34 g/mol
SMILES
OC(=O)CN(CC(O)=O)C1CCCCC1N(CC(O)=O)CC(O)=O
InChIKey
VASZYFIKPKYGNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-19 21:14
