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Thymolphthalexone
Chemical compound From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Thymolphthalexone is a chemical compound from the group of iminodiacetic acid derivatives of thymolphthalein.[3] Its chemical formula is C38H44N2O12.
This is a metallochromic indicator widely used in complexometric titrations, particularly for the determination of transition metals. The compound features a thymolphthalein-derived core linked to aminopolycarboxylic acid functional groups. This hybrid architecture grants the compound the ability to preferentially bind specific metal ions through coordinated interactions.
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Synthesis
Thymolphthalexone can be obtained by Mannich condensation of formaldehyde and iminodiacetic acid with thymolphthalein.[4]
Physical properties
Thymolphthalexone forms a white crystalline powder soluble in water and organic solvents.[2]
Uses
Thymolphthalexone and its sodium salt are used as an indicator or photometric reagent for alkaline metal ions, such as those of calcium, strontium, barium, and others.[5][6]
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