Description

2,2,4-Trimethyl-4-Phosphonoglutaric Acid is a specialized organophosphorus compound that serves as a high-performance chelating agent and scale inhibitor. Its unique molecular structure provides superior sequestration of metal ions, making it a critical component in formulations requiring robust water treatment and stabilization. This product is essential for industrial manufacturers and R&D chemists in sectors such as water treatment, polymer production, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: Primary application as a highly effective scale and corrosion inhibitor in cooling water systems, boilers, and reverse osmosis membranes.
• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Acts as a powerful builder and chelant to enhance cleaning efficiency by sequestering calcium, magnesium, and other metal ions in hard water.
• Polymer & Plastic Additive: Used as a stabilizer and processing aid in the production of polymers like PVC, where it helps control metal-catalyzed degradation.
• Pulp & Paper Processing: Employed in bleaching processes and as a chelating agent to control metal ions that can affect pulp quality and brightness.
• Textile Auxiliary: Functions in dyeing and finishing processes to prevent metal ion interference and improve color fastness.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Component in scale inhibitor formulations for downhole and topside applications to prevent mineral scale deposition.
• Agricultural Chemicals: Used as a chelating agent in micronutrient fertilizers and certain pesticide formulations.
• Laboratory & Research: Serves as a key intermediate or ligand in organic synthesis and coordination chemistry research.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,2,4-Trimethyl-4-Phosphonoglutaric Acid
CAS No.	67718-84-7
Molecular Formula	C8H15O7P
Molecular Weight	254.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phosphono-2,2,4-trimethylglutaric acid; 2,2,4-Trimethyl-4-phosphonopentanedioic acid; TMGPA; Phosphonoglutaric acid derivative; ATMP-Glu; Amino tris(methylene phosphonic acid) glutaric acid analog; Glutaric acid, 2,2,4-trimethyl-4-phosphono-
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,2,4-Trimethyl-4-Phosphonoglutaric Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The manufacturing process is controlled under a cGMP-aligned quality system. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and titration to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or hydrolysis. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.