5-Sulfosalicylic acid dihydrate

• CAT Number: R069249
• CAS Number: 5965-83-3
• Molecular Formula: C7H10O8S
• Molecular Weight: 254.209
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 3-Carboxy-4-hydrobenzene sulfonic acid dihydrate
• Storage: RT
• IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid;dihydrate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H6O6S.2H2O/c8-6-2-1-4(14(11,12)13)3-5(6)7(9)10;;/h1-3,8H,(H,9,10)(H,11,12,13);2*1H2
• InChIKey: BHDKTFQBRFWJKR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=C(C=C1S(=O)(=O)O)C(=O)O)O.O.O

5-Sulfosalicylic acid dihydrate, a crystalline compound, holds significance in various scientific and industrial applications. Its acidic properties make it valuable as a reagent in chemical analysis, particularly for the precipitation and quantification of proteins and nucleic acids. As a dihydrate, it contains water molecules crucial for its stability and solubility. Its versatility extends to pharmaceutical formulations and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. Careful handling and storage are necessary due to its corrosive nature. Understanding its properties enables precise utilization across diverse fields, driving advancements in research and technology.