Description

1,4,7-Trihydroxy-3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3,4,5-Heptanetricarboxylic Acid Triammonium Salt is a specialized ammonium salt derivative of a complex hydroxy acid, valued for its chelating and buffering properties in demanding technical applications. Its multi-functional structure makes it an effective agent for controlling metal ions and stabilizing pH in sensitive formulations. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, industrial cleaning, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a chelating agent and pH buffer in high-performance skin care products, shampoos, and conditioners.
• Industrial Cleaning Agents: Enhances the efficacy of descaling and metal cleaning solutions by sequestering hard water ions like calcium and magnesium.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate or additive in the production of complex organic molecules and specialty polymers.
• Water Treatment: Used in formulations designed to prevent scale formation and corrosion in industrial water systems.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a stabilizing agent in dye baths and finishing solutions to improve color fastness and fabric quality.
• Laboratory Research: Employed as a biochemical reagent or buffer component in analytical and research chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,4,7-Trihydroxy-3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3,4,5-Heptanetricarboxylic Acid Triammonium Salt
CAS No.	124-77-6
Molecular Formula	C12H27N3O10
Molecular Weight	373.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Triammonium 1,4,7-trihydroxy-3-(2-hydroxyethyl)heptane-3,4,5-tricarboxylate; Ammonium Citrate Derivative; Heptanetricarboxylic Acid Triammonium Salt; HEDTA Triammonium Salt (partial analog); Complexone Ammonium Salt; Chelating Agent 124-77-6; ATHE Triammonium Salt
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Quality Control

Our production of 1,4,7-Trihydroxy-3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3,4,5-Heptanetricarboxylic Acid Triammonium Salt adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.