Description

5-Sulfosalicylic Acid Hydrate 95 is a high-purity grade of the sulfonated derivative of salicylic acid, widely recognized for its strong chelating and protein-precipitating properties. This compound is essential for analytical and biochemical processes where reliable and consistent performance is critical. It serves as a key reagent for laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and research sectors, ensuring precise results in protein analysis and metal ion complexation.

Application

• Protein Precipitation in Clinical Diagnostics: A standard reagent in urine protein tests (e.g., for albumin determination) and other biofluid analyses.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used as a complexing agent in titrations and as a component in buffer solutions for various spectrophotometric methods.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in protein purification protocols and electrophoresis for sample preparation and denaturation.
• Industrial Process Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate or catalyst in specific organic synthesis and dye manufacturing processes.
• Metal Chelation and Sequestration: Utilized in formulations and processes requiring the binding of metal ions such as iron and aluminum.
• Laboratory Standard: Serves as a certified reference material for quality control and calibration in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Sulfosalicylic Acid Hydrate 95
CAS No.	304851-84-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6O6S • xH2O
Molecular Weight	254.19 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	5-Sulfosalicylic Acid Dihydrate; 2-Hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic Acid; Sulfosalicylic Acid; 5-SSA; SSA; 3-Carboxy-4-hydroxybenzenesulfonic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-sulfo-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Sulfosalicylic Acid Hydrate 95 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your application 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 minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	95.0% min. (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	10.0 - 15.0 %
Residue on Ignition	0.1% max.
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	20 ppm max.
Chloride (Cl)	0.02% max.
Sulfate (SO4)	0.05% max.

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