Description

3-[(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Amino]Propanesulphonic Acid is a specialized organic sulfonic acid derivative that serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive. Its molecular structure, featuring both phenolic and sulfonic acid groups, makes it valuable for applications requiring water solubility, chelation, or pH buffering. This compound is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesis and formulation processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring sulfonate or phenolic functionalities.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a buffer component or a precursor in biochemical assays and diagnostic reagent formulations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a coupling agent or a solubilizing group in the synthesis of water-soluble dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymers to enhance hydrophilicity, ionic character, or adhesion properties.
• Metal Chelation and Treatment: Utilized in water treatment formulations or metal finishing processes due to its chelating potential.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Amino]Propanesulphonic Acid
CAS No.	52962-42-2
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO4S
Molecular Weight	231.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxyanilinopropanesulfonic Acid; 3-[(4-Hydroxyphenyl)amino]-1-propanesulfonic Acid; 3-(4-Hydroxyanilino)propanesulfonic Acid; HAPS; 52962-42-2; 3-(4-Hydroxyphenylamino)propanesulfonic acid; 1-Propanesulfonic acid, 3-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)amino]-
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-[(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Amino]Propanesulphonic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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