The synthesis and structural characterization of novel zinc and cadmium complexes of chelating alcohol

Novel [Zn(1-Bz-2-CH2OHIm)4]2+, and [Cd(1-Bz-2-CH2OHIm)4]2+ complexes have been prepared and structurally characterized. Both structural and spectroscopic (NMR, IR) data suggest 1-Bz-2-CH2OHIm as a potentially good chelator for the removal of toxic cadmium from the body.