Description

Tetrapotassium [(Hexylimino)Bis(Methylene)]Bisphosphonate is a high-performance organophosphonate compound, valued for its superior chelating and scale inhibition properties. This chemical is engineered to provide effective control of inorganic scales, such as calcium carbonate and calcium sulfate, in demanding aqueous systems. It is a critical component for industrial water treatment, oilfield production, and detergent formulations where stability under harsh conditions is required.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: Primary application as a highly effective scale and corrosion inhibitor in cooling towers, boilers, and reverse osmosis (RO) systems.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Used in squeeze treatments and production fluids to prevent mineral scale deposition in wells and pipelines, enhancing flow assurance.
• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Acts as a builder and chelating agent to sequester hardness ions (Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺), improving cleaning efficiency in industrial and institutional cleaners.
• Pulp & Paper Processing: Employed to control scale in digesters, washers, and bleach plants, improving operational efficiency and product quality.
• Textile Processing: Utilized in dyeing and finishing baths to prevent metal-ion interference and fabric spotting.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated as a stabilizing and chelating agent in certain cosmetic and personal care formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrapotassium [(Hexylimino)Bis(Methylene)]Bisphosphonate
CAS No.	94277-97-1
Molecular Formula	C8H18K4N2O12P4
Molecular Weight	648.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Hexyliminobis(methylenephosphonate); Tetrapotassium Hexyl-1,1'-iminobis(methylenephosphonate); PBTC, Potassium Salt; 2-Phosphonobutane-1,2,4-tricarboxylic acid, Potassium Salt (related class); Hexyl-ABP Potassium Salt; HEDP Derivative (Potassium); Water Treatment Scale Inhibitor K-666 (example trade name); K-4 HABP
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Quality Control

Our production of Tetrapotassium [(Hexylimino)Bis(Methylene)]Bisphosphonate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise specifications for active content, pH, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and performance characteristics are available upon request 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 room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Assay (Active Content)	≥ 50.0 %
pH (as is, 1% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Density (20°C)	1.30 - 1.40 g/cm³
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Chloride (as Cl⁻)	≤ 0.1 %
Iron (as Fe)	≤ 10 ppm

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