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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p>Iminodiacetic Acid (IUPAC: 2-(aminomethyl)acetic acid) is a key chelating agent produced via <strong>Schotten-Baumann reaction</strong> of chloroacetic acid and ammonia. Its molecular formula is C<sub>4</sub>H<sub>7</sub>NO<sub>4</sub> with CAS No. 107-97-1.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li><strong>Metal Extraction:</strong> Solvent extraction for cobalt, nickel, and uranium purification.</li>
<li><strong>Agriculture:</strong> Micronutrient fertilizer carrier to enhance plant uptake of iron and zinc.</li>
<li><strong>Industrial Cleaning:</strong> Component in descaling agents for boiler systems.</li>
<li><strong>Pharmaceuticals:</strong> Intermediate for synthesizing glycine derivatives and herbicides.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Store in cool, dry areas away from oxidizers. Use PPE including gloves and goggles; avoid inhalation of dust. Not approved for direct human ingestion as a food additive.</p>