Description

(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Toluene-p-Sulphonate is an organic salt widely utilized as a versatile intermediate and catalyst in specialty chemical synthesis. Its structure makes it valuable for applications requiring phase-transfer properties or mild basicity. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking reliable and consistent raw materials for complex formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug conjugates.
• Catalyst/Phase-Transfer Agent: Facilitates reactions between reactants in different phases, particularly in organic synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Serves as a key component or intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additive: Acts as a curing agent, catalyst, or antistatic agent in epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers.
• Surfactant & Detergent Industry: Employed in the manufacture of specialized anionic surfactants and emulsifiers.
• Dye & Pigment Production: Functions as a solubilizing agent or intermediate in the synthesis of organic colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Toluene-p-Sulphonate
CAS No.	64339-49-7
Molecular Formula	C9H15NO4S
Molecular Weight	233.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyethylammonium p-Toluenesulfonate; Ethanolammonium Tosylate; Monoethanolamine Tosylate; p-Toluenesulfonic Acid 2-Hydroxyethylammonium Salt; 2-Aminoethyl Alcohol p-Toluenesulfonate; MEA Tosylate; Ethanolamine p-Toluenesulfonate; Tosic Acid Monoethanolamine Salt
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality assurance protocols include identity confirmation, purity assay, and control of key impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation and caking.

Specification

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

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