Description

(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Hydroxyacetate is an organic ammonium salt with versatile functional properties. This compound is valued for its dual functionality as a buffering agent and a source of both hydroxyethyl and glycolate moieties in specialized formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial chemical synthesis sectors for its role in pH adjustment and as a chemical intermediate.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a pH adjuster and buffering agent in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
• Industrial Cleaning Formulations: Utilized as a component in specialty cleaners and metal surface treatment solutions.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a processing aid and pH regulator in dyeing and finishing applications.
• Laboratory & Research: Employed as a reagent or buffer component in biochemical and chemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Hydroxyacetate
CAS No.	68141-00-4
Molecular Formula	C4H11NO4
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyethylammonium glycolate; Ethanolammonium glycolate; Monoethanolammonium glycolate; Glycolic acid, monoethanolamine salt; Ethanolamine glycolate; 2-Aminoethanol glycolate; Hydroxyethylamine glycolate; MEA-Glycolate
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Quality Control

Our (2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Hydroxyacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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