Isethionic acid, a major metabolite in F. cylindrus, is an organosulfur compound containing a short-chain alkane sulfonate linked to a hydroxyl group. It is a water-soluble liquid for the manufacture of mild, biodegradable, and high-foaming anionic surfactants.

107-36-8

C2H6O4S

126.13

Hydroxyethylsulfonic acid;Ethanolsulfonic acid;Isethionic acid

DMSO:Soluble
Powder: -20°C for 3 years
In solvent: -80°C for 2 years