Description

Sodium 2-Hydroxyindan-5-Sulphonate is an organic sulfonate salt with a fused aromatic ring structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor or solubilizing agent in the synthesis of specialty dyes and organic pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis and process development within R&D laboratories.
• Surfactant and Detergent Formulation: Functions as an anionic component or hydrotrope in specialized cleaning and industrial formulations.
• Material Science: Used in the modification of polymer surfaces and the creation of functionalized materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-Hydroxyindan-5-Sulphonate
CAS No.	67851-69-8
Molecular Formula	C9H7NaO4S
Molecular Weight	234.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Sulfo-2-hydroxyindan-1-one sodium salt; 2-Hydroxy-5-sulfoindan-1-one sodium salt; 1-Indanone, 2-hydroxy-5-sulfo-, sodium salt; Sodium 5-sulfo-2-hydroxy-1-indanone; 2-Hydroxyindan-5-sulfonic acid sodium salt
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-Hydroxyindan-5-Sulphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available for all shipments to support your quality assurance protocols.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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