Sodium 1,4-dihydroxybutane-2-sulfonate(CAS: 35430-88-7)

Sodium 1,4-dihydroxybutane-2-sulfonate is a white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of approximately 228.2 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and has limited solubility in organic solvents. Chemically, it is stable under normal conditions but may react with strong acids or bases. It has a low reactivity under typical laboratory conditions.

Sodium 1,4-dihydroxybutane-2-sulfonate is commonly synthesized via the sulfonation of 1,4-dihydroxybutane followed by the neutralization with sodium hydroxide. Common catalysts include sulfuric acid, and the reaction typically yields a high purity product with good selectivity and yield.

Sodium 1,4-dihydroxybutane-2-sulfonate is used in the pharmaceutical industry for its surfactant and detergent properties. It is also applied in the polymer industry for stabilizing and dispersing applications, and in the semiconductor industry for cleaning and etching processes. Additionally, it is used in sensors for its chemical reactivity.

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