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Sulfoacetic acid
Sulfoacetic acid is a sulfur-containing organic acid used in chemical synthesis and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical production. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid, highly corrosive, and requires careful handling. CAS: 123-43-3, Molecular Formula: HO3SCH2CO2H, Molecular Weight: 140.12 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Sulfoacetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Sulfoacetic acid is a sulfur-containing organic acid used in chemical synthesis and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical production. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid, highly corrosive, and requires careful handling. CAS: 123-43-3, Molecular Formula: HO3SCH2CO2H, Molecular Weight: 140.12 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Sulfoacetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light grey to dark brown solid |
| Purity | ≥ 79.5% |
| Identification NMR | Conforms to Reference |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 128 C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 123-43-3 |
| Molecular Formula | HO3SCH2CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 140.12 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)O)S(=O)(=O)O |
| EC / UN Number | 3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29159018 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H312 Harmful in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is sulfoacetic acid used for?
Sulfoacetic acid is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sulfoacetic acid?
The formula is HO3SCH2CO2H and the molecular weight is 140.12 g/mol.
How should sulfoacetic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of sulfoacetic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies sulfoacetic acid in technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply sulfoacetic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply sulfoacetic acid in bulk quantities; please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a purchase of sulfoacetic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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