Description

Antimony(3+) Potassium [R-(R*,R*)]-Monotartrate CAS NO 6535-15-5 is a specialized inorganic-organic coordination compound, also known as antimony potassium tartrate or tartar emetic. This product is valued for its precise stereochemistry and serves as a critical reagent and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis and analytical applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research laboratories in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and materials science sectors for processes requiring a defined source of antimony(III).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specific antiparasitic and chemotherapeutic agents.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for catalysts in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Analytical Reagent: Employed in classical analytical chemistry for the detection and titration of various substances.
• Electroplating Additive: Functions as a brightening or leveling agent in specialized metal finishing baths.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying coordination chemistry and material properties.
• Textile Treatment: Acts as a mordant in dyeing processes for certain fabric types.

Basic Information

Product Name	Antimony(3+) Potassium [R-(R*,R*)]-Monotartrate
CAS No.	6535-15-5
Molecular Formula	C4H4KO7Sb · ½ H2O
Molecular Weight	333.93 g/mol (hemihydrate)
Synonyms	Antimony Potassium Tartrate; Tartar Emetic; Potassium Antimonyl Tartrate; Antimony Potassium Oxytartrate; Potassium Antimony(III) Tartrate; KSbOC4H4O6; Emetic Tartar; Stibonium Potassium Tartrate
EINECS	229-440-0

Quality Control

Our Antimony Potassium Tartrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or slightly yellowish crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as C4H4KO7Sb)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 5 ppm

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