Description

Ammonium α-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate is a specialized organic ammonium salt with significant utility as a key intermediate and functional additive. Its value lies in its unique chemical structure, which combines phenolic, sulphonate, and ammonium functionalities, enabling diverse chemical modifications and applications. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop or produce advanced active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a functionalized phenolic sulphonate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to bioavailability and efficacy.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a functional intermediate for creating water-soluble or chemically reactive dyes and specialty pigments.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or additive to introduce ionic or hydrophilic characteristics into polymers for specialty coatings and materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Photographic Chemicals: Potential use in the formulation of specialized developers and other photo-sensitive chemical compositions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium α-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate
CAS No.	68797-52-4
Molecular Formula	C10H15NO7S
Molecular Weight	293.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium 2-Hydroxy-3,4-dimethoxybenzenemethanesulfonate; 3,4-Dimethoxy-α-sulfo-benzenemethanol ammonium salt; Ammonium (2-hydroxy-3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)methanesulfonate; 2-Hydroxy-3,4-dimethoxybenzenemethanesulfonic acid ammonium salt; AH-DMTS; Veratraldehyde sulphonate derivative (ammonium salt); Benzenemethanol, 2-hydroxy-3,4-dimethoxy-, α-sulfonate, ammonium salt
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Quality Control

Our Ammonium α-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethoxytoluene-α-Sulphonate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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