Description

1-Methyl 2-Sulphooctanoate is a specialized organic sulfonate ester, a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure provides excellent surfactant and emulsifying properties, making it valuable for formulating high-performance products. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for its role in creating stable emulsions, enhancing solubility, and acting as a reactive intermediate.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used in the formulation of personal care products like shampoos, conditioners, and skin cleansers for its mild and effective cleansing properties.
• Agrochemical Adjuvant: Serves as a wetting agent, dispersant, or penetrant in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve efficacy and coverage.
• Chemical Intermediate: A crucial building block in organic synthesis for producing more complex sulfonated compounds, dyes, and pharmaceuticals.
• Industrial Cleaning: Incorporated into industrial and institutional cleaning agents for its degreasing and emulsifying power.
• Textile Processing: Acts as a leveling agent, softener, or dyeing assistant in textile manufacturing processes.
• Polymerization Aid: Can be utilized as an emulsifier or stabilizer in certain emulsion polymerization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl 2-Sulphooctanoate
CAS No.	67633-90-3
Molecular Formula	C9H18O4S
Molecular Weight	222.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-sulphooctanoate; 2-Sulphooctanoic acid methyl ester; Octanoic acid, 2-sulfo-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-sulfonatooctanoate; Methyl octyl-2-sulfonate; Sulfonated methyl octanoate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl 2-Sulphooctanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications and is suitable for its intended industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
pH (10% solution)	Specification available upon request
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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