Description

Potassium Trihydrogen [[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Imino]Bis(Methylene)]Bisphosphonate is a highly effective organophosphonate compound, valued for its superior chelating and scale inhibition properties. It is a critical component in water treatment formulations, where it prevents the precipitation of metal ions and mineral scales under demanding conditions. This chemical is essential for industrial operations in power generation, oil & gas, and manufacturing that require reliable and efficient water system management.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: Primary application as a high-performance scale and corrosion inhibitor in cooling water, boiler water, and reverse osmosis systems.
• Oilfield Chemistry: Used in squeeze treatments and production chemicals to control scale formation (e.g., calcium carbonate, barium sulfate) in downhole and topside equipment.
• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Acts as a builder and chelating agent to sequester hardness ions (Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺), enhancing the efficiency of industrial and institutional cleaners.
• Pulp & Paper Processing: Employed to control metal ion interference and prevent scale deposition in digesters, bleach plants, and paper machines.
• Textile Processing: Used in dyeing and bleaching baths to sequester metal ions that can cause fabric discoloration or degrade peroxide bleaches.
• Personal Care Products: Functions as a stabilizing and chelating agent in certain cosmetic and personal care formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Trihydrogen [[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Imino]Bis(Methylene)]Bisphosphonate
CAS No.	84696-98-0
Molecular Formula	C5H14KNO7P2
Molecular Weight	301.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium HEDP; Potassium (1-Hydroxyethylidene)bisphosphonate; Potassium 1-Hydroxyethane 1,1-diphosphonate; K-HEDP; HEDP-K; Phosphonic acid, (1-hydroxyethylidene)bis-, potassium salt; PBTC-K (partial potassium salt of PBTC); Dequest 2010K
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Trihydrogen [[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Imino]Bis(Methylene)]Bisphosphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for active content, pH, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and performance characteristics are provided to guarantee supply consistency and reliability for your critical processes.

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 container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Assay (as active acid)	≥ 50.0 %
pH (1% aqueous solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Density (20°C)	1.30 - 1.45 g/cm³
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Chloride (as Cl⁻)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (as Fe)	≤ 10 ppm

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