Description

Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Hydrogen (E,E)-Hexa-2,4-Dienedioate is an organic salt derived from triethanolamine and sorbic acid, offering a unique combination of properties from its constituent parts. This compound matters for its potential as a multi-functional additive, providing both buffering capacity and antimicrobial activity in a single molecule. It is needed by formulators in the personal care, cosmetic, and industrial preservation sectors seeking synergistic ingredients for enhanced product stability and shelf life.

Application

• Cosmetic and Personal Care Preservative: Acts as a stabilizing and pH-adjusting agent in creams, lotions, and shampoos, leveraging the antimicrobial properties of sorbate.
• Industrial Biocide Intermediate: Serves as a precursor or active component in formulations designed to inhibit microbial growth in water treatment systems or manufacturing processes.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Potential use as a buffering agent and stabilizer in topical pharmaceutical preparations and ointments.
• Research & Development Chemical: Used in organic synthesis and as a model compound for studying the properties of ammonium carboxylate salts in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Food Contact Material Additive: May be employed in coatings or polymers for packaging where controlled release of a preservative is desired.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Hydrogen (E,E)-Hexa-2,4-Dienedioate
CAS No.	94199-96-9
Molecular Formula	C12H23NO7
Molecular Weight	293.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Triethanolammonium Hydrogen Sorbate; Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Sorbate; TEA Sorbate; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(ethan-1-ol) Hydrogen (2E,4E)-Hexa-2,4-Dienoate; Trihydroxyethylammonium Sorbate; Sorbic Acid Triethanolamine Salt; Tris(Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium (E,E)-Sorbate
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Quality Control

Our production of Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Hydrogen Sorbate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications, including identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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