Description

Sodium 1-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylpropanesulphonate is a versatile organic sulfonate salt valued for its excellent water solubility and surfactant properties. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and additive in advanced chemical synthesis and formulation processes. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-performance ingredients for their products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate or solubilizing agent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a mild surfactant or viscosity modifier in formulations for shampoos, cleansers, and lotions.
• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Functions as a hydrotrope and stabilizer in liquid and powder detergents to enhance performance and clarity.
• Industrial & Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a catalyst, phase-transfer agent, or building block in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a wetting agent, dyeing auxiliary, or finishing agent to improve process efficiency and product quality.
• Electroplating & Metal Treatment: Utilized in electroplating baths and surface treatment solutions for its stabilizing and buffering properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 1-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylpropanesulphonate
CAS No.	44870-96-4
Molecular Formula	C5H11NaO4S
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 2,2-Dimethyl-1-hydroxypropanesulfonate; Sodium 3-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropanesulfonate; HDMS Sodium Salt; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-1-propanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; 3-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-1-propanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 3-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropane-1-sulfonate
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 1-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylpropanesulphonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements, including those for pharmaceutical intermediates.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.