Description

Potassium 1-Hydroxyethanesulphonate is an organosulfonate salt valued for its excellent water solubility and surfactant properties. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis and formulation. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and specialty chemical industries for its role in enhancing solubility and stability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a solubilizing agent in drug formulations.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as a mild surfactant, hydrotrope, or viscosity modifier in shampoos, body washes, and skin care products.
• Electroplating & Metal Finishing: Acts as a brightening agent or additive in electroplating baths to improve surface quality and deposition.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a dyeing auxiliary, leveling agent, or tanning assistant to improve process efficiency and product quality.
• Industrial Cleaning: Serves as a component in specialized detergent and cleaning formulations for its wetting and dispersing properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: A key building block for producing other sulfonated compounds and specialty surfactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 1-Hydroxyethanesulphonate
CAS No.	4445-75-4
Molecular Formula	C2H5KO4S
Molecular Weight	164.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 2-Hydroxyethanesulfonate; Potassium Isethionate; 2-Hydroxyethanesulfonic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium Hydroxyethylsulfonate; Isethionic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium Hydroxyethane Sulfonate; Ethanesulfonic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, Potassium Salt
EINECS	224-689-6

Quality Control

Our Potassium 1-Hydroxyethanesulphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements, including those for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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