Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – 1-Hexanesulfonic acid sodium salt, anhydrous HPLC
Quantity/Pack Size – 25 g
Form – Powder
Grade – HPLC
Application – Ion-pair chromatography, reversed-phase HPLC
Product Overview
1-Hexanesulfonic acid sodium salt, anhydrous, is a high-purity ion-pairing reagent specifically designed for reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). This HPLC-grade compound ensures minimal interference in chromatographic separations, making it ideal for applications requiring precise retention time control and peak resolution. The anhydrous form guarantees low moisture content, reducing the risk of degradation or inconsistent results. Its high solubility in aqueous and organic solvents allows for versatile mobile phase preparation, while its stability under standard lab conditions ensures long-term reliability. The compound’s molecular structure, featuring a hydrophobic hexyl chain and a hydrophilic sulfonic acid group, enables effective ion-pair formation with analytes, enhancing separation efficiency. Whether used in analytical or preparative chromatography, this reagent delivers consistent performance, meeting the stringent demands of modern laboratory workflows. The product undergoes rigorous quality testing to confirm purity, identity, and suitability for HPLC applications, ensuring reproducibility in critical separations.
FAQs
1. What is the primary function of 1-hexanesulfonic acid sodium salt in HPLC?
It acts as an ion-pairing reagent to improve the retention and separation of ionic or polar compounds in reversed-phase HPLC by forming neutral ion pairs.
2. Can this compound be used with gradient elution in HPLC?
Yes, it is compatible with gradient elution methods, but the concentration should be optimized to maintain consistent ion-pair formation throughout the run.
3. What solvents are recommended for dissolving this reagent?
It is highly soluble in water, methanol, and acetonitrile, which are commonly used in HPLC mobile phases.
4. How should this product be stored to maintain its stability?
Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature, protected from moisture and light, to prevent degradation or hydration.
5. Are there alternatives to this reagent for ion-pair chromatography?
Alternatives include heptanesulfonic acid sodium salt or octanesulfonic acid sodium salt, which offer varying hydrophobic chain lengths for different selectivity.
