Diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA)

Diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA)

DTPA; Pentetic acid; Diethylenepentamine pentaacetic acid; N,N-Bis(carboxymethyl)-N,N'-bis(carboxymethyl)ethylenediamine

CAS 67-43-6

Chemical Formula C₁₄H₂₃N₃O₁₀

Molecular Weight 393.35 g/mol

Diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (DTPA) is a chelating agent widely used in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications. It helps bind and control metal ions, making it useful in fertilizers, medical imaging, and water treatment processes. DTPA is especially valued for its strong metal-binding capacity.

Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Chelating Agent in Radiopharmaceuticals: DTPA is used to bind metal ions in diagnostic imaging (e.g. MRI contrast agents using gadolinium-DTPA).
  • Heavy Metal Detoxification: Used in chelation therapy to remove excess metals like iron or plutonium from the body.

2. Performance Chemicals

  • Metal Ion Sequestrant: DTPA is used in reactions to control metal-catalyzed side reactions by chelating interfering metal ions.
  • Stabilizer in Catalytic Systems: It can help maintain the activity of metal catalysts by preventing unwanted reactions.

3. Agrochemicals

  • Micronutrient Chelate: DTPA is used to chelate metal micronutrients like iron, zinc, copper, and manganese, making them more bioavailable to plants.
  • Stabilizing Fertilizers: It prevents precipitation of metal ions, improving shelf life and effectiveness of fertilizer formulations.

4. Paints, Coatings & Adhesives

  • Stability Additive: DTPA helps stabilize adhesive systems by chelating metal ions that may catalyze premature curing or degradation.
  • Improved Shelf Life: Enhances formulation stability by preventing reactions caused by trace metal impurities.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 99% (typical)
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point ~233–235°C (with decomposition)
Density ~1.01 g/cm³ (in aqueous solution)
Solubility Slightly soluble in water (better as sodium salt); insoluble in alcohol
Viscosity Not applicable (solid)
Flash Point Not flammable

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FAQs

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