Description

(2-Hydroxyethyl) Hydrogen Succinate is a versatile bifunctional organic compound, serving as a key intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers and fine chemicals. Its structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group, makes it valuable for introducing hydrophilic and reactive moieties into larger molecules. This product is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking to develop products with specific solubility, cross-linking, or esterification properties.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A crucial monomer or chain extender for producing water-soluble or biodegradable polyesters and polyurethanes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of prodrugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring ester linkages.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a precursor for emulsifiers and emollients in creams, lotions, and other formulations.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in coatings, adhesives, and resin systems to modify mechanical properties and cure profiles.
• Lubricant Additive: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing ester-based lubricants with enhanced performance characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in organic synthesis for creating novel compounds with tailored functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Hydroxyethyl) Hydrogen Succinate
CAS No.	21583-38-0
Molecular Formula	C6H10O5
Molecular Weight	162.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyethyl hydrogen succinate; Mono(2-hydroxyethyl) succinate; Ethylene glycol monohydrogen succinate; Succinic acid mono(2-hydroxyethyl) ester; 2-Hydroxyethyl succinate; HEHS; Succinic acid 2-hydroxyethyl ester; Carboxypropionic acid 2-hydroxyethyl ester
EINECS	244-459-5

Quality Control

Our (2-Hydroxyethyl) Hydrogen Succinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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