Description

Sodium Itaconate is the sodium salt of itaconic acid, a versatile bio-based chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role as a reactive monomer and chelating agent in the synthesis of high-performance polymers and specialty materials. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, detergent, and water treatment industries seeking sustainable and effective chemical building blocks.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a co-monomer for producing specialty polymers, including superabsorbent polymers (SAPs), latexes, and resins, enhancing properties like water absorption and adhesion.
• Detergent & Chelating Agents: Serves as a builder and chelating agent in detergent formulations to sequester metal ions (e.g., calcium, magnesium) and improve cleaning efficiency.
• Water Treatment Chemicals: Used in formulations for scale and corrosion inhibition in industrial water systems.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into cosmetics and personal care items as a stabilizing or sequestering agent.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a cross-linker in polymer networks to improve mechanical strength and thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Itaconate
CAS No.	50976-31-3
Molecular Formula	C5H5NaO4
Molecular Weight	152.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Itaconate; Itaconic Acid Sodium Salt; 2-Methylenesuccinic Acid Disodium Salt; Disodium 2-Methylenesuccinate; Disodium Itaconate; NSC 24827; Sodium 2-Methylenesuccinate
EINECS	256-872-1

Quality Control

Our Sodium Itaconate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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); the container 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%
pH (5% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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