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1-Naphthalenesulfonic acid

SKU 60726698 CAS 85-47-2 C10H7SO3H MW 208.23 Available on enquiry

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1-Naphthalenesulfonic acid is a sulfonic acid used in dye synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and as a catalyst or intermediate in organic reactions. It also serves as a starting material for producing alpha-naphthol, and its sodium salt helps solubilize phenols in water. It appears as a white to pale yellow crystalline solid. CAS: 85-47-2, Molecular Formula: C10H7SO3H, Molecular Weight: 208.23 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies 1-Naphthalenesulfonic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
60726698
CAS Number
85-47-2
IUPAC Name
naphthalene-1-sulfonic acid
EC Number
246-676-2
Molecular Formula
C10H7SO3H
Molecular Weight
208.23
Exact Mass
208.0194
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC=C2S(=O)(=O)O
InChIKey
PSZYNBSKGUBXEH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C10H8O3S/c11-14(12,13)10-7-3-5-8-4-1-2-6-9(8)10/h1-7H,(H,11,12,13)
PubChem CID
6812

Synonyms

  • 1-naphthalenemonosulfonate
  • 1-Naphthyl sulfonic acid
  • 1-sulfonaphthalene
  • alpha-Naphthalenesulfonic acid
  • naphtalenesulfonic acid
  • naphthalene-1-sulfonic acid
  • Naphthalene-1-sulfonic Acid (Technical Grade)
  • Naphthalene-1-sulphonic acid
  • naphthalenesulfonic acid
  • Naphthalenesulphonic acid

Frequently asked questions

What is 1-Naphthalenesulfonic acid used for?

It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and pharmaceuticals.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is C10H7SO3H with a molecular weight of 208.23 g/mol.

How should 1-Naphthalenesulfonic acid be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.

What grade is available?

Available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.

Can Molekula supply it in bulk?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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