Description

[(Isopropylimino)Dimethylene]Bisphosphonic Acid is a specialized organophosphorus compound belonging to the bisphosphonate class, valued for its strong chelating and scale inhibition properties. This chemical is critical for industrial processes where control over metal ions and mineral deposition is required to ensure efficiency and prevent equipment damage. It serves as a key intermediate and functional additive for manufacturers in the water treatment, oilfield chemical, and detergent industries seeking high-performance solutions.

Application

• Scale and Corrosion Inhibitor: A highly effective agent in industrial water treatment systems (cooling towers, boilers, reverse osmosis) to control calcium carbonate and sulfate scales.
• Oilfield Chemical Intermediate: Used in the formulation of drilling fluid additives and scale squeeze treatments to prevent mineral scaling in downhole equipment.
• Detergent Builder: Functions as a sequestrant in industrial cleaning and detergent formulations to inactivate water hardness ions (Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺) and improve cleaning efficacy.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Employed in metal finishing and pretreatment processes for passivation and as a component in anti-corrosion coatings.
• Chelating Agent: Used in textile, pulp & paper, and photographic industries to chelate metal ions that can interfere with chemical processes or product quality.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a synthetic precursor for the development of bisphosphonate-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	[(Isopropylimino)Dimethylene]Bisphosphonic Acid
CAS No.	6056-52-6
Molecular Formula	C5H15NO6P2
Molecular Weight	247.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-2-(isopropylimino)bis(methylene)diphosphonic Acid; Isopropyliminobis(methylenephosphonic Acid); PBTC precursor; 1-Hydroxy-2-(1-methylethylimino)bis(methylene)bisphosphonic Acid; (Isopropylimino)dimethylenediphosphonic Acid; Phosphonobutane Tricarboxylic Acid Intermediate; IPEMP; Isopropyliminodimethylenebisphosphonic Acid
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Quality Control

Our production of [(Isopropylimino)Dimethylene]Bisphosphonic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and titration to verify identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, and we support compliance with relevant global regulatory frameworks.

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 which may lead to caking or hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (1% aqueous solution)	2.0 - 4.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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