Product Description

TAPSO (2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1-sulfonic acid) is a chemical compound used in various industrial applications due to its unique properties.

Product:

TAPSO

CAS:

68399-81-5

Synonym:

2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1-sulfonic acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-[tris(hydroxymethyl)methylamino]-1-propanesulfonic acid; N-[Tris(hydroxymethyl)methyl]-3-amino-2-hydroxypropanesulfonic acid

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

White crystalline powder

Density

1.076 g/cm3

Melting point

224-229 °C

Molecular Weight

259.28

Purity

≥99%

Refractive index

1.589

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TAPSO used in many
industry applications

TAPSO (2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1-sulfonic acid) is a chemical compound used in various industrial applications due to its unique properties. Here are some of its key uses:

  1. Buffering Agent: TAPSO is widely used as a buffering agent in biochemical and chemical research. It helps maintain a stable pH in solutions, which is crucial for experiments and reactions that are sensitive to pH changes.
  2. Pharmaceuticals: In the pharmaceutical industry, TAPSO is utilized as a buffering agent in the formulation of injectable solutions, oral medications, and other drug products to ensure their stability and effectiveness.
  3. Cosmetics: TAPSO is used in cosmetic formulations to adjust and stabilize the pH of products such as creams, lotions, and gels, improving their compatibility with the skin and ensuring their efficacy.
  4. Biotechnology: It is employed in biotechnology applications as a component of buffers for enzyme assays, protein purification, and other molecular biology techniques that require precise pH control.
  5. Laboratory Reagents: TAPSO is included in various laboratory reagents and solutions where pH control is important for the accuracy and reliability of chemical analyses and experiments.
  6. Food and Beverage Industry: In some cases, TAPSO is used in the food and beverage industry as a buffering agent to stabilize the pH of certain products, although this is less common compared to its other applications.
  7. Research and Development: TAPSO is utilized in research and development for studies involving pH-sensitive processes, buffer systems, and formulation science, helping to explore new applications and improve existing technologies.