Description

Potassium Octyl Hydrogen Phosphate is an organophosphate salt widely recognized for its surfactant and chelating properties. This compound is valued for its ability to function as a dispersant, emulsifier, and corrosion inhibitor in complex formulations. It is primarily utilized in industries such as industrial cleaning, metal treatment, and specialty chemical synthesis. Its balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic character makes it a versatile intermediate for creating performance additives.

Application

• Industrial Cleaning & Detergents: Acts as a surfactant and builder in heavy-duty alkaline cleaners and degreasers.
• Metal Treatment: Serves as a corrosion inhibitor and dispersing agent in metalworking fluids and pretreatment baths.
• Textile Processing: Used as a wetting agent and emulsifier in fiber lubricants and dyeing auxiliaries.
• Paints & Coatings: Functions as a pigment dispersant and grinding aid to improve stability and color development.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed as a scale inhibitor and surfactant in drilling and production fluids.
• Personal Care: Utilized as a mild surfactant and chelating agent in select rinse-off formulations.
• Agricultural Formulations: Aids in the dispersion of active ingredients in pesticide and herbicide concentrates.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate or catalyst in the production of specialty phosphorous compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Octyl Hydrogen Phosphate
CAS No.	41989-08-6
Molecular Formula	C8H18KO4P
Molecular Weight	248.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Octylphosphoric Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium Mono-n-octyl Phosphate; Mono-Octyl Phosphate Potassium Salt; n-Octyl Phosphoric Acid Potassium Salt; Phosphoric Acid, Monoocyl Ester, Potassium Salt; Potassium Octyl Phosphate; OK-8; K-OP
EINECS	255-622-5

Quality Control

Our Potassium Octyl Hydrogen Phosphate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch is tested to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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