Description

Sodium Hydrogen Glutarate is the monosodium salt of glutaric acid, a versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and functional additive in various chemical synthesis and formulation processes. It is particularly relevant for industries requiring buffering agents, pH modifiers, or specific organic building blocks.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of specialty chemicals, polymers, and pharmaceuticals.
• Buffer Agent: Used in biochemical and diagnostic applications where precise pH control is required.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as a pH adjuster and skin conditioning agent in formulations.
• Industrial Cleaning: Serves as a chelating and sequestering agent in cleaning and detergent formulations.
• Food Industry (where approved): Potential use as an acidity regulator or preservative in specific food systems.
• Laboratory Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and life science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Hydrogen Glutarate
CAS No.	3343-88-2
Molecular Formula	C5H7NaO4
Molecular Weight	154.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Monosodium Glutarate; Sodium Glutarate Monobasic; Glutaric Acid Monosodium Salt; Glutaric Acid Sodium Salt; 1,5-Pentanedioic Acid, Monosodium Salt; Sodium 5-Carboxypentanoate; Pentanedioic Acid, Sodium Salt (1:1)
EINECS	222-099-3

Quality Control

Our Sodium Hydrogen Glutarate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets defined specifications for identity, purity, and composition. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is available for every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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