Description

Hydroxylamine Hydrochloride is a versatile and essential inorganic salt widely used as a key reducing agent and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to selectively reduce functional groups and serve as a source of the hydroxylamine moiety for the synthesis of oximes and hydroxamic acids. This compound is critical for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries, where it is utilized in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), herbicides, and nylon-6.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A crucial reagent for the production of oximes, hydroxamic acids, and various heterocyclic compounds used in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Industry: Used as a chain terminator and stabilizer in the production of nylon-6 and other polyamides.
• Photographic Development: Acts as a reducing agent in photographic developers and as an antioxidant in color film processing.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed in analytical methods for the determination of aldehydes and ketones via oxime formation.
• Rubber & Textile Processing: Functions as an antioxidant and short-stopper in synthetic rubber production and as a dye auxiliary.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Used in metal plating and finishing solutions as a reducing agent and anti-tarnishing agent.
• Research & Development: A fundamental laboratory reagent for organic synthesis and biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxylamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	5470-11-1
Molecular Formula	NH2OH·HCl / H3NO·HCl
Molecular Weight	69.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Hydroxylammonium Chloride; Oxammonium Hydrochloride; HA HCl; Hydroxylamine HCl; Hydroxyamine Hydrochloride; Ammonium, hydroxy-, chloride (1:1); Hydroxylamine Chloride
EINECS	226-798-2

Quality Control

Our Hydroxylamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and fine chemical applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures batch-to-batch consistency and supply reliability for your critical processes.

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 decomposition. Keep away from strong oxidizers, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	2.5 - 4.0
Water (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 10 ppm

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