Description

5-Chloro Acesulfame is a key intermediate in the synthesis of high-intensity sweeteners, most notably Acesulfame Potassium. This compound matters because it provides a critical building block for manufacturers requiring consistent, high-purity raw materials to produce final food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade sweetening agents. Industries that need it include food and beverage additive producers, pharmaceutical excipient manufacturers, and research institutions focused on flavor chemistry and product development.

Application

• Primary intermediate for the synthesis of Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K), a high-intensity, non-caloric sweetener.
• Key raw material in the production of other acesulfame salt derivatives for various applications.
• Used in pharmaceutical research for developing novel excipients or taste-masking agents.
• Important reference standard in analytical laboratories for quality control and method development in the sweetener industry.
• Employed in flavor and fragrance research to study structure-activity relationships of sweet-tasting compounds.
• Serves as a specialized chemical for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and food science.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro Acesulfame
CAS No.	72827-08-8
Molecular Formula	C4H4ClNO4S
Molecular Weight	197.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-6-methyl-1,2,3-oxathiazin-4(3H)-one 2,2-dioxide; 5-Chloro-6-methyl-3,4-dihydro-1,2,3-oxathiazin-4-one 2,2-dioxide; 5-Chloroacesulfame; 5-Chloro acesulfame K intermediate; Acesulfame Chloro Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro Acesulfame is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical and food-grade intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting specifications such as assay, related substances, and residual solvents are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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