Description

Sodium Hydroxydimethylbenzenesulphonate is a specialized organic sulfonate salt with significant utility as an intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a solubilizing agent, surfactant, or precursor in the production of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Serves as a component in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Detergent Industry: Acts as a building block for anionic surfactants and specialty cleaning agents.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile intermediate for organic reactions, including sulfonation and coupling processes.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as a solubilizing or dispersing agent in colorant production.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for novel material and compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Hydroxydimethylbenzenesulphonate
CAS No.	84962-62-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9NaO4S
Molecular Weight	224.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzenesulfonate; 2-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; 3,5-Dimethyl-2-hydroxybenzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Hydroxydimethylbenzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 3,5-Dimethyl-2-hydroxybenzenesulfonate; Sodium Dimethylhydroxybenzenesulfonate; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our Sodium Hydroxydimethylbenzenesulphonate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Specifications can be aligned with customer requirements for research, pilot, or commercial scale.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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