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1,4,7-Triazacyclononane

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1,4,7-Triazacyclononane (also known as TACN or triazanonane) is a heterocyclic compound consisting of a nine-membered ring containing three nitrogen atoms at positions 1, 4, and 7. This compound is a macrocyclic ligand and is used in the formation of various coordination compounds.

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Structure and Properties[edit | edit source]

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  • 1,4,7-Triazacyclononane is a symmetric, non-aromatic, nine-membered ring. The three nitrogen atoms are equally spaced around the ring, resulting in a trigonal planar geometry. This compound is a cyclic amine, with the nitrogen atoms acting as donor atoms in coordination chemistry.
  • The molecular formula of 1,4,7-Triazacyclononane is C6H12N3, and its molar mass is 126.18 g/mol. It is a colorless, crystalline solid at room temperature.

Synthesis[edit | edit source]

1,4,7-Triazacyclononane can be synthesized from diaminopropane via a Mannich reaction. The resulting product is a tertiary amine, which can then be cyclized to form the nine-membered ring.

Applications[edit | edit source]

1,4,7-Triazacyclononane is primarily used in the synthesis of coordination compounds. It acts as a tridentate ligand, binding to metal ions via the three nitrogen atoms. This makes it useful in the creation of catalysts and in nuclear medicine for the production of radiopharmaceuticals.

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