Description

Tetrapotassium [[(3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl)Imino]Bis(Methylene)]Diphosphonate is a high-performance, water-soluble phosphonate compound. It is valued for its exceptional scale inhibition and metal ion sequestration properties in demanding aqueous systems. This chemical is primarily utilized by industrial water treatment, detergent formulation, and oilfield chemical suppliers seeking to prevent mineral deposits and enhance process stability.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: A highly effective scale inhibitor for cooling towers, boilers, and reverse osmosis (RO) systems, controlling calcium carbonate, sulfate, and phosphate scales.
• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Acts as a superior builder and chelating agent in liquid and powder detergents, enhancing cleaning power by sequestering water-hardness ions like calcium and magnesium.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Used in scale squeeze treatments and production chemicals to prevent downhole and topside scale formation in oil and gas extraction.
• Pulp & Paper Processing: Serves as a dispersant and chelant in bleaching and pulping processes to improve efficiency and protect equipment.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a stabilizer and sequestrant in dyeing and finishing baths to ensure consistent color and fabric quality.
• Personal Care Products: Functions as a chelating agent in shampoos, liquid soaps, and other formulations to improve stability and shelf life.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrapotassium [[(3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl)Imino]Bis(Methylene)]Diphosphonate
CAS No.	94230-71-4
Molecular Formula	C13H28K4N1O12P2 (Approximate, for the tetrapotassium salt)
Molecular Weight	~ 631.7 g/mol (Approximate)
Synonyms	Potassium (3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl)Iminobis(Methylenephosphonate); Tetrapotassium (3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl)Iminobis(Methylenephosphonate); PBTC, Potassium Salt; Phosphonobutane Tricarboxylic Acid, Potassium Salt; 2-Phosphonobutane-1,2,4-Tricarboxylic Acid, Tetrapotassium Salt; Dequest 7000 (related trade series); Iminobis(Methylenephosphonic Acid) (3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl) Derivative, Tetrapotassium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Tetrapotassium [[(3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl)Imino]Bis(Methylene)]Diphosphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent performance and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as active content, pH, and density are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may lead to caking or reduced efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Active Content (as acid)	≥ 50.0 %
pH (1% aqueous solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Density (20°C)	~1.3 - 1.4 g/cm³
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Iron (Fe)	≤ 10 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 100 ppm

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