Description

Sodium α-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate is a specialized organic sulfonate salt with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring hydroxyl, methoxy, and sulfonate functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzymatic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the dimethoxytoluene moiety is beneficial.
• Specialty Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for creating colorants with specific solubility and stability properties.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to introduce sulfonate groups, enhancing hydrophilicity or ionic character.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for chemical biology studies and material science applications.
• Surfactant & Detergent Formulation: Acts as a specialized anionic component in high-performance cleaning or emulsifying systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium α-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate
CAS No.	68413-92-3
Molecular Formula	C10H11NaO6S
Molecular Weight	282.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-Hydroxy-3,4-dimethoxybenzenemethanesulfonate; 2-Hydroxy-3,4-dimethoxy-α-toluenesulfonic acid sodium salt; Benzenemethanesulfonic acid, 2-hydroxy-3,4-dimethoxy-, sodium salt; 3,4-Dimethoxysalicylaldehyde sulfonate sodium salt (related precursor); Sodium (2-hydroxy-3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)methanesulfonate; SAHDTS (abbreviation); Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our Sodium α-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which includes data from HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP guidelines where required for pharmaceutical applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed and stored under conditions of low humidity to prevent product degradation or clumping.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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