Description

Potassium 3-(Acetylamino)Propanesulphonate is a high-purity, water-soluble organic salt with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and formulation. Its value lies in its unique combination of a sulphonate group for solubility and an acetylamino moiety for reactivity, making it a versatile building block and intermediate. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and life science reagent sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• As a key synthetic intermediate in the production of specialized pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized in the formulation of biological buffers and specialized reagents for molecular biology and biochemical research.
• Acts as a precursor or additive in the synthesis of advanced surfactants and specialty polymers requiring sulphonate functionality.
• Employed in diagnostic reagent formulations where consistent purity and performance are critical.
• Serves as a building block in organic and medicinal chemistry research for constructing novel molecular architectures.
• Potential use as a stabilizer or solubilizing agent in high-value industrial and photographic chemical formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 3-(Acetylamino)Propanesulphonate
CAS No.	77337-71-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10KNO4S
Molecular Weight	219.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetamidopropane-1-sulfonic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium 3-Acetamidopropanesulfonate; N-Acetyltaurine Potassium Salt; 3-(Acetylamino)-1-propanesulfonic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium N-Acetyl-3-aminopropanesulfonate; Potassium 3-Acetamido-1-propanesulfonate; 1-Propanesulfonic Acid, 3-(Acetylamino)-, Potassium Salt; Acetyltaurine Potassium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Potassium 3-(Acetylamino)Propanesulphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.