Description

Sodium α-Hydroxy-p-Methoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate is a specialized organic sulfonate salt with significant utility as a chemical intermediate and functional additive. Its molecular structure offers unique reactivity and solubility properties, making it valuable for synthesizing more complex compounds. This product is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor or solubilizing agent in the creation of specialized colorants.
• Surfactant and Detergent Formulation: Acts as a functional component in high-performance cleaning and wetting agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and process chemistry in R&D laboratories.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce sulfonate groups into polymer chains to alter solubility or ionic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium α-Hydroxy-p-Methoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate
CAS No.	33402-67-4
Molecular Formula	C9H11NaO6S
Molecular Weight	270.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanesulfonate; 2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; p-Methoxy-α-hydroxybenzenemethanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; α-Hydroxy-p-methoxytoluene-α-sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium (4-Methoxyphenyl)(hydroxy)methanesulfonate; SHMS (abbrev.); Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Sodium α-Hydroxy-p-Methoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and customer-specific requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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