Sodium hypophosphite monohydrate

Sodium hypophosphite monohydrate (CAS 10039-56-2) is the stable, water-soluble hydrated salt form of sodium hypophosphite, used as a reducing agent and catalyst component.

Where is Sodium hypophosphite monohydrate used?

• Electroless metal plating: chemical reducing agent
• Electronics: primary reducing agent in electroless nickel plating baths
• Textile processing: catalyst activator in flame-retardant finishing treatments, particularly durable press and phosphorus-based systems
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing: antioxidant stabilizer and reducing agent in formulations with oxygen-sensitive active ingredients
• Water treatment: sequestering agent that controls metal ion activity and inhibits scale formation
• It deposits uniform nickel coatings onto substrates regardless of geometry.

Commercial specifications

• Purity typically 98% or higher
• Bulk supply in bags or drums