Description

(2-Hydroxypropyl)Ammonium Citrate is a versatile organic salt derived from citric acid, offering excellent chelating and buffering properties. This compound is valued for its ability to stabilize formulations and enhance performance in demanding industrial and technical processes. It serves as a critical component for manufacturers in sectors such as personal care, industrial cleaning, and water treatment, where reliable chemical performance is essential.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a pH buffer and chelating agent in creams, lotions, and hair care products to enhance stability and shelf life.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning: Used in detergent and cleaner formulations for its superior sequestering power against metal ions like calcium and magnesium.
• Water Treatment: Functions as a scale inhibitor and dispersant in cooling water and boiler water systems.
• Textile Processing: Serves as a chelant in dyeing and printing processes to improve color fastness and fabric quality.
• Agrochemicals: Employed as a stabilizing agent and micronutrient carrier in certain fertilizer and pesticide formulations.
• Laboratory & Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a buffer component in specific analytical procedures and biochemical preparations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Hydroxypropyl)Ammonium Citrate
CAS No.	30798-32-4
Molecular Formula	C9H21NO8
Molecular Weight	271.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Hydroxypropylammonium Citrate; 1-Amino-2-propanol Citrate; 2-Hydroxypropylamine Citrate; Citric Acid (2-Hydroxypropyl)Ammonium Salt; Monoisopropanolammonium Citrate; MIPA Citrate; 2-Amino-1-propanol Citrate; Tris(2-hydroxypropyl)ammonium citrate
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Quality Control

Our (2-Hydroxypropyl)Ammonium Citrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality 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 when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay	Min. 95.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content	Max. 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 10 ppm

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