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DL-10-Camphorsulfonic acid
DL-10-Camphorsulfonic acid is a chiral sulfonic acid used as a catalyst and resolving agent in organic synthesis. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with high solubility in water and polar organic solvents. CAS: 5872-08-2, Molecular Formula: C10H16O4S, Molecular Weight: 232.29 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification: Danger. Molekula supplies DL-10-Camphorsulfonic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
DL-10-Camphorsulfonic acid is a chiral sulfonic acid used as a catalyst and resolving agent in organic synthesis. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with high solubility in water and polar organic solvents. CAS: 5872-08-2, Molecular Formula: C10H16O4S, Molecular Weight: 232.29 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification: Danger. Molekula supplies DL-10-Camphorsulfonic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to beige powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.5% (@105°C) |
| Clarity of Solution | clear solution (5% in water) |
| Assay(on dried substance) | 97.5 - 102.5% (titration with NaOH) |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 5872-08-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H16O4S |
| Molecular Weight | 232.29 |
| SMILES | CC1(C2CCC1(C(=O)C2)CS(=O)(=O)O)C |
| EC / UN Number | 3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2914799000 |
| Tariff Code | 2914790090 |
Safety & GHS
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is DL-10-Camphorsulfonic acid used for?
It is commonly used as a chiral resolving agent and catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in asymmetric reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C10H16O4S with a molecular weight of 232.29 g/mol.
How should DL-10-Camphorsulfonic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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