INTRODUCTION
1,4,7-Trimethyl-1,4,7-triazonane (Me₃TACN) is a valuable macrocyclic tridentate ligand derived from 1,4,7-triazacyclononane. In Me₃TACN, each nitrogen atom is substituted with a methyl group, which significantly modifies its steric and electronic properties. Me₃TACN is widely used as a ligand in coordination chemistry due to its ability to form stable complexes with transition metals such as Cu, Ni, Fe, Mn, and Zn.
MANUFACTURE
Me₃TACN can be synthesized starting from diethylenetriamine and 1,2-dibromoethane through a straightforward multi-step process. First, diethylenetriamine undergoes tosylation to protect the amine groups. The resulting tris-tosylated intermediate is then treated with 1,2-dibromoethane under controlled conditions to promote cyclization. Subsequently, the tosyl protecting groups are removed under acidic conditions to afford the parent triazacyclononane (TACN) framework. Finally, N-methylation is carried out using formaldehyde and formic acid under basic conditions to obtain Me₃TACN.
| Synonyms | N,N′,N′′-Trimethyl-1,4,7-triazacyclononane; TMTAN |
| CAS no. | 96556-05-7 |
| EINECS no. | 619-228-2 |
| Molecular formula | C9H21N3 |
| Molecular weight | 171.28 |
| Structure |  |
APPLICATIONS
Me₃TACN is the ligand of choice for researchers and manufacturers seeking robust metal complexation and reproducible catalytic efficiency. The main areas of application include:
| Coordination Chemistry: |
| Me₃TACN is widely employed as a ligand in transition metal complexes, offering excellent complex stability, well-defined coordination geometry, and enhanced catalytic performance. |
| Catalysis: |
| Metal–Me₃TACN complexes are widely utilized as catalysts in oxidation reactions (including epoxidation and hydroxylation), C-H activation processes, and various environmental catalysis applications. |
| Medicinal and Bioinorganic Chemistry: |
| The strong chelating capability of Me₃TACN enables effective stabilization of metal ions in biological systems. Its medicinal and bioinorganic applications include radiopharmaceutical chelation, metal-based drug development, enzyme mimic studies, and research on MRI contrast agents (derivatized forms). |
| Polymerization catalysts and advanced material development: |
| Me₃TACN and its derivatized forms are widely used as ligands in polymerization catalysts, surface modification of materials, and metal–organic framework (MOF) research, among other advanced materials applications. |
SPECIFICATIONS
| Test | Unit | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | Colorless to yellow oil |
| Color (10% v/v in MeOH) | Hazen | NMT 150 |
| Purity | % Area | NLT 95.0 |
| Me5Dien | % Area | NMT 1.5 |
| Volatile | % Area | NMT 2.5 |
| Single Maximum Unknown Impurity | % Area | NMT 1.0 |
| Total Unknown Impurity | % Area | NMT 2.5 |
STORAGE & PRECAUTION
Keep sealed at 2-8 °C, protect from air
PACKING
Globally compliant packaging
REACH Status
REACH Registered
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