Product Description

Product Name: [[(2-hydroxyethyl)imino]bis(methylene)]bisphosphonic acid 

CAS Number: 5995-42-6

Molecular Formula: C2H8O7P2 (as the disodium salt)

Appearance: Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid or crystalline solid

Density: Approximately 1.37 g/cm³ (liquid), 1.52 g/cm³ (solid)

Melting Point: 138-144°C (decomposes)

Boiling Point: Not applicable; decomposes upon heating

pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (pH varies with concentration)

Solubility: Soluble in water

Product Description:

HEMPA is a high-efficiency, environmentally friendly chelating agent with the ability to bind and sequester metal ions, making it highly effective in preventing scale formation and corrosion in various systems. It is a derivative of phosphonic acid with an additional hydroxyethylamine group, which enhances its chelating properties.

Key Features:

Superior Chelating Ability: Strongly binds with metal ions such as calcium, iron, and copper, preventing scale and corrosion.
Environmentally Friendly: Biodegradable and less toxic compared to many other chelating agents.
Wide pH Range Stability: Effective over a broad pH range, making it suitable for various applications.
High Solubility: Readily soluble in water, facilitating easy dosing and application.

Applications:

Water Treatment: Used in industrial and municipal water treatment to prevent scale formation and corrosion in boilers, cooling towers, and reverse osmosis systems.
Cleaning Agents: Effective in cleaning products to remove mineral deposits and stains.
Personal Care: Utilized in personal care products for its chelating properties, improving product stability and performance.
Industrial Processes: Employed in various industrial processes to inhibit scale formation and promote efficient operation.
Safety Information:

Handle HEMPA with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety goggles, and a mask to prevent skin and eye contact.
Avoid inhalation of dust or vapors. In case of contact, flush immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice if necessary.
Storage Conditions:

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
Keep containers tightly sealed to maintain product integrity and prevent moisture absorption or contamination.

Technical Support and Customer Service

Hunan Fortune Technology Co., Ltd. provides extensive technical support to ensure that clients receive optimal performance and maximum efficiency from [[(2-hydroxyethyl)imino]bis(methylene)]bisphosphonic acid (HEMPA). Our dedicated team of chemical engineers and technical specialists is available to assist with product selection, dosage recommendations, formulation guidance, and troubleshooting for complex industrial applications. Whether it’s integration into water treatment systems, industrial cleaning solutions, or personal care products, we provide step-by-step instructions and recommendations tailored to your specific operational requirements.

We maintain a comprehensive knowledge base that includes chemical compatibility charts, safety data sheets, and performance data under different environmental conditions. Clients can access information regarding solubility behavior in various aqueous solutions, stability under high-temperature conditions, and interaction with other chemicals commonly used in water treatment and industrial processes. Our goal is to ensure that each application achieves maximum efficiency while minimizing operational costs and environmental impact.

Production Capabilities and Quality Assurance

Hunan Fortune Technology Co., Ltd. operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities equipped with advanced chemical reactors, automated dosing systems, and precision filtration equipment. Each batch of HEMPA is produced under strict quality control measures to ensure consistent chemical composition, pH stability, and chelating performance. Our production process adheres to international safety and environmental standards, ensuring minimal emissions and waste.

Before leaving the factory, each batch undergoes rigorous quality testing, including purity analysis, metal ion binding efficiency, thermal stability assessment, and biodegradability testing. This ensures that the product meets both regulatory requirements and client expectations. Certificates of analysis (CoA) are provided with every shipment, detailing the exact chemical composition, physical properties, and performance characteristics of the product.

Additionally, our company implements continuous process improvement strategies, incorporating feedback from clients to enhance product performance, optimize production efficiency, and reduce environmental impact. By investing in advanced research and development, we are able to introduce innovations in chelating agents that provide superior scale and corrosion control in industrial systems.

Applications in Water Treatment

HEMPA is extensively utilized in industrial water treatment applications due to its high-efficiency metal chelation and scale inhibition properties. In boiler systems, cooling towers, and heat exchangers, the accumulation of calcium, magnesium, and iron deposits can drastically reduce operational efficiency. HEMPA effectively binds these metal ions, preventing them from precipitating and forming scale layers. This results in reduced energy consumption, lower maintenance costs, and longer equipment life.

In reverse osmosis (RO) systems, HEMPA protects membranes from scaling and fouling, enhancing filtration efficiency and prolonging membrane lifespan. It can also be combined with other dispersants and corrosion inhibitors to create comprehensive water treatment formulations suitable for high-temperature, high-pressure, or high-salinity conditions.

Municipal water treatment plants benefit from HEMPA’s ability to sequester heavy metals and trace ions, improving water quality and preventing damage to distribution networks. Its biodegradability ensures that treated water remains environmentally safe, making it a preferred choice for sustainable water management practices.

Applications in Industrial Cleaning and Maintenance

HEMPA is widely incorporated into industrial cleaning formulations, including descaling agents, metal cleaning products, and surface preparation solutions. It can remove stubborn mineral deposits, rust, and scale buildup from pipelines, heat exchangers, and manufacturing equipment. The product’s ability to chelate multiple metal ions simultaneously reduces the need for high-concentration acids or harsh chemicals, making it safer for operators and extending the life of equipment.

In addition to scale removal, HEMPA enhances the stability and performance of detergents by preventing metal-catalyzed oxidation and degradation of active ingredients. This ensures that cleaning formulations maintain their efficacy over prolonged storage periods and under varying environmental conditions.

Personal Care and Cosmetic Applications

Beyond industrial use, HEMPA is increasingly applied in the personal care industry. Its chelating properties improve the stability and shelf life of shampoos, conditioners, body washes, and skincare products. By binding trace metal ions, it prevents discoloration, odor development, and degradation of active ingredients, ensuring consistent product quality. Additionally, HEMPA is compatible with a wide range of formulation types, including liquid, gel, and emulsion-based products, offering versatility for cosmetic manufacturers.

Applications in Metallurgy and Mining

HEMPA plays an essential role in metallurgical and mining processes, particularly in the extraction, leaching, and processing of metals. By controlling scale and corrosion in pipelines, tanks, and processing equipment, it helps maintain operational efficiency and reduces downtime. Its ability to form stable complexes with metal ions improves metal recovery rates and enhances the purity of final products.

In mining operations, HEMPA can be used as part of a water management system to treat process water, prevent scale deposition, and protect equipment from corrosion caused by high concentrations of dissolved metal ions. Its environmentally friendly profile ensures compliance with increasingly strict environmental regulations in the mining sector.

Environmental and Regulatory Compliance

HEMPA is designed with environmental sustainability in mind. Unlike traditional chelating agents that may be toxic or non-biodegradable, HEMPA exhibits low toxicity and high biodegradability, minimizing its environmental footprint. It is safe for use in water treatment, industrial cleaning, and personal care applications, ensuring that discharged water or waste does not pose ecological risks.

Our company continuously monitors regulatory developments across multiple regions, ensuring that HEMPA complies with international standards such as REACH, EPA guidelines, and other relevant environmental regulations. This proactive approach provides clients with confidence that using HEMPA aligns with their environmental responsibility goals.

Packaging and Logistics

HEMPA is available in secure packaging designed to maintain product integrity during transportation and storage. The standard packaging includes kraft paper or PE bags with inner plastic liners, preventing moisture absorption and contamination. Each 25 kg bag is carefully labeled and can be palletized with 40 bags per pallet, totaling 1000 kg per pallet. Customized packaging solutions are also available upon request to accommodate specific logistical or operational requirements.

Our logistics team ensures timely delivery, proper handling, and compliance with shipping regulations for both domestic and international customers. Temperature-controlled storage and careful handling reduce the risk of degradation or contamination, ensuring that clients receive HEMPA in optimal condition.

Research and Development

Hunan Fortune Technology Co., Ltd. invests heavily in research and development to advance the performance and application range of chelating agents. Our R&D team continuously explores new formulations, additives, and process innovations to enhance HEMPA’s efficiency, stability, and environmental profile. Collaborative projects with universities, research institutions, and industrial partners help us stay at the forefront of chemical technology and meet evolving industry demands.

Innovations include improved metal ion selectivity, enhanced thermal stability for high-temperature operations, and formulations tailored for challenging water chemistries or extreme industrial conditions. We also develop customized chelating solutions for niche applications, providing clients with a competitive advantage in their respective industries.

Customer Support and Training

In addition to technical assistance, Hunan Fortune Technology offers training programs for clients’ operational teams. These programs cover safe handling, dosing techniques, compatibility considerations, and best practices for achieving maximum scale and corrosion control. On-site or virtual training sessions ensure that clients fully understand how to integrate HEMPA into their processes efficiently and safely.

Our customer support extends to troubleshooting, process optimization, and consultation services. Clients can access direct lines to our technical experts for rapid problem resolution, ensuring uninterrupted operations and minimizing potential losses due to equipment failure or scaling issues.

Sustainability Commitment

Hunan Fortune Technology Co., Ltd. is committed to sustainability across its operations and product portfolio. HEMPA reflects this commitment by providing an effective yet environmentally responsible solution for water treatment, industrial processing, and personal care. The company continuously seeks methods to reduce energy consumption, optimize raw material usage, and minimize environmental impact, aligning with global sustainability goals and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Conclusion

[[2-hydroxyethyl)imino]bis(methylene)]bisphosphonic acid (HEMPA) is a multifunctional, high-performance chelating agent suitable for diverse industrial, municipal, and personal care applications. Its exceptional metal-binding capacity, broad pH stability, environmental friendliness, and thermal resilience make it an indispensable chemical for scale and corrosion control, cleaning, and product stabilization.

Hunan Fortune Technology Co., Ltd., with nearly two decades of industry expertise, provides not only high-quality HEMPA but also comprehensive technical support, R&D collaboration, and customer service. By combining advanced manufacturing processes, rigorous quality control, and innovative solutions, the company ensures that clients receive products that deliver consistent performance, safety, and sustainability.

Through HEMPA, clients can achieve operational efficiency, environmental compliance, and improved product stability, while benefiting from the professional guidance and expertise of a trusted chemical partner. With a focus on innovation, quality, and ecological responsibility, Hunan Fortune Technology Co., Ltd. continues to lead in providing reliable chemical solutions that meet the evolving needs of global industries.

Packed in kraft paper or PE bags with inner plastic flim bags.
25kgs/bag,1000kg/palllet,40bags/pallet.

Company Profile:
 
Hunan Fortune Technology Co., Ltd., established in 2004 and officially registered in 2016 with a 30 million RMB capital, is a leading provider of fine chemicals with nearly two decades of industry experience. Based in Zhuzhou, our company specializes in research and production of high-quality chemical agents, including mining chemicals, for environmental solutions and metallurgical processes.

Our team of chemical engineers, with over 20 years of metallurgical expertise, ensures we offer customized solutions and premium products to meet diverse client needs. We have expanded our services to include mining chemicals, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in the mining sector.

With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, Hunan Fortune Technology Co., Ltd. is dedicated to providing effective and reliable environmental solutions, contributing to a greener future.

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