Description

Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Mercaptoacetate is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt derivative of thioglycolic acid, serving as a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both ammonium and thiol functionalities, provides unique reactivity for applications ranging from polymer modification to pharmaceutical synthesis. This compound is particularly valuable for industries requiring precise molecular control, such as specialty polymers, personal care, and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Polymer Industry: Acts as a chain transfer agent, catalyst, or curing agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Hair Care Formulations: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of thioglycolate-based hair waving and straightening agents.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Utilized as a building block or protecting group reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Corrosion Inhibition: Functions as an effective additive in metalworking fluids and coatings due to its thiol group.
• Textile Processing: Employed in chemical treatments for wool and synthetic fibers to improve dye uptake and fiber properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a derivatization agent or standard in chromatographic analysis for thiol detection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Mercaptoacetate
CAS No.	13220-80-9
Molecular Formula	C8H19NO5S
Molecular Weight	241.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium thioglycolate; Triethanolammonium thioglycolate; TEA-thioglycolate; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(ethan-1-ol) mercaptoacetate; Thioglycolic acid triethanolamine salt; Mercaptoacetic acid tris(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium salt; Trolamine thioglycolate; Trihydroxyethylammonium mercaptoacetate
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Quality Control

Our Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Mercaptoacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and compliance with agreed specifications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications in regulated environments, and we can tailor specifications to meet specific pharmaceutical (GMP) or industrial grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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