Overview
2-Acrylamido-2-methyl-1-propanesulfonic acid (CAS 15214-89-8 ), commercially known as AMPS, is a reactive sulfonic acid monomer used to engineer performance polymers across industrial and specialty chemical markets.
Its strong anionic character makes it a preferred building block for water-soluble and hydrogel polymer systems where charge density and hydrolytic stability are critical sourcing considerations for manufacturers.
In water treatment, AMPS is copolymerized into scale inhibitors and dispersants that control mineral deposition in cooling towers, boilers, and reverse osmosis systems to maintain operational efficiency.
Personal care formulators incorporate AMPS-based polymers as rheology modifiers and film formers in styling gels, skin creams, and sunscreen carriers to enhance product texture and application performance.
Textile and paper processing operations use AMPS copolymers for surface sizing, wet-strength improvement, and dye fixation, ensuring high-quality finishes and durability in the final consumer products.
In oilfield applications, AMPS serves as a key monomer in fluid loss control additives and friction reducers used in drilling and enhanced oil recovery formulations for demanding environments.
AMPS is supplied as a white crystalline powder and as an aqueous solution, typically at 50% concentration. Standard grades include technical and industrial purity levels suited for polymer synthesis.
Specialty grades meeting higher purity thresholds are available for personal care and cosmetic polymer applications, ensuring compliance with rigorous industry safety and performance requirements.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 192 °C |
| Density | 1.45 |
| Flash Point | 160 °C |
| Appearance | WHITE POWDER |
| Color | White |
| Form | solution |
| Water Solubility | 1500 g/L (20 ºC) |
| Vapor Pressure | <0.0000004 hPa (25 °C) |
| Refractive Index | 1.6370 (estimate) |
| Log P | -3.7 at 20℃ and pH1-7 |
Safety & Handling
Danger GHS05 GHS07 Hazard Statements H302 Harmful if swallowed H315 Causes skin irritation H318 Causes serious eye damage H319 Causes serious eye irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation H302+H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled Precautionary Statements P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P317 Get emergency medical help. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P301+P317 Get emergency medical help. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29241900 |
| UN Number | 2585 |
| ADR Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Storage Class | 13 - Non Combustible Solids |
| WGK (Germany) | 1 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 15214-89-8
- EC Number
- 239-268-0
- Mol. Weight
- 207.25
- HS Code
- 29241900
- Category
- Polymers & Resins