7491-09-0

Basic information

• Product Name: DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG)
• Synonyms: Dioctylpotassiumsulfosuccinate;Potassium,1,2-bis(2-ethylhexyloxycarbonyl)ethanesulphonate;potassium1,2-bis(2-ethylhexyloxycarbonyl)ethanesulphonate;DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG);Docusate potassium;DIOCTYLPOTASSIUMSULPHOSUCCINATE;potassium dioctyl sulfosuccinate;1,2-Bis(2-ethylhexyloxycarbonyl)ethanesulfonic acid potassium salt
• CAS NO: 7491-09-0
• Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₃₇O₇S*K
• Molecular Weight: 460.6669
• EINECS: 231-308-5
• Mol File: 7491-09-0.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: °Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0Pa at 25℃
• Storage Temp.: Hygroscopic, -20°C Freezer, Under inert atmosphere
• Solubility: Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
• PKA: 0.18[at 20 ℃]
• Water Solubility: 8.17g/L at 20℃
• CAS DataBase Reference: DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG)(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG)(7491-09-0)
• EPA Substance Registry System: DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG)(7491-09-0)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 7491-09-0(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG) is a pharmaceutical compound commonly used as a laxative or stool softener. It is a potassium salt of docusate, which is a synthetic anionic surfactant that helps to lower the surface tension of water, allowing for easier passage of stool and relieving constipation.

Uses

Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG) is used as a laxative or stool softener for the treatment of constipation. It helps to soften the stool and ease bowel movements, providing relief to individuals suffering from constipation.
Used in Industrial, Cosmetic, and Food Applications:
DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG) is used as a wetting agent, surfactant, and dispersing and solubilizing agent in various industries, including industrial, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food applications. Its surfactant properties allow it to lower the surface tension of water, enabling better dispersion and solubility of various substances.
Used in Tablet Formation:
DOCUSATE POTASSIUM (100 MG) is also used as an adjuvant in tablet formation, helping to improve the binding and stability of the tablets, ensuring their effectiveness and quality.

Flammability and Explosibility

Nonflammable

InChI:InChI=1/C20H38O7S.K/c1-5-9-11-16(7-3)14-26-19(21)13-18(28(23,24)25)20(22)27-15-17(8-4)12-10-6-2;/h16-18H,5-15H2,1-4H3,(H,23,24,25);/q;+1/p-1