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p-Toluenesulfonic acid
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p-Toluenesulfonic acid is a strong organic sulfonic acid used as a catalyst in organic synthesis, a pH regulator in pharmaceuticals, and an electrolyte in batteries. It appears as a white crystalline solid with high solubility in water and organic solvents. CAS 104-15-4, molecular formula CH₃C₆H₄SO₃H, molecular weight 172.20 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions. Signal word: Danger (corrosive, harmful if swallowed, may cause respiratory irritation). Molekula supplies p-Toluenesulfonic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White needle crystal |
| Assay (Titration) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Water (KF) | ≤ 4.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| Free sulphuric acid | ≤ 0.3% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Monoclinic leaflets or prisms |
| Melting Point | 106-107 °C |
| Boiling Point | 140 °C at 20 mmHg |
| Density | 1.24 (relative, water = 1) |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0000027 mmHg |
| pKa | pKa = -1.34 |
Source: PubChem CID 6101 (HSDB, ICSC, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90018846 |
| CAS Number | 104-15-4 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid |
| EC Number | 203-180-0 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3C6H4SO3H |
| Molecular Weight | 172.20 |
| Exact Mass | 172.0194 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC=C(C=C1)S(=O)(=O)O |
| InChIKey | JOXIMZWYDAKGHI-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H8O3S/c1-6-2-4-7(5-3-6)11(8,9)10/h2-5H,1H3,(H,8,9,10) |
| PubChem CID | 6101 |
| UN Number | UN2585 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29041037 |
| Tariff Code | 2904100090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1C) Causes severe skin burns and 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
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 4-Methylbenzenesulfonic acid
- 4-Toluenesulfonic acid
- Benzenesulfonic acid, 4-methyl-
- p-Methylbenzenesulfonic acid
- p-Toluenesulphonic acid
- p-Tolylsulfonic acid
- Toluene-4-sulfonic acid
- Toluenesulfonic acid
- Tosic acid
- Tosylic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is p-Toluenesulfonic acid commonly used for?
p-Toluenesulfonic acid is widely used as a catalyst in organic synthesis (e.g., esterification, polymerization), a pH regulator in pharmaceuticals, and an intermediate in dye and detergent production.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of p-Toluenesulfonic acid?
The formula is CH₃C₆H₄SO₃H, and the molecular weight is 172.20 g/mol.
How should p-Toluenesulfonic acid be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grades of p-Toluenesulfonic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade and ACS reagent grade p-Toluenesulfonic acid, with purity specifications available upon request.
Can Molekula supply p-Toluenesulfonic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 25 kg drums, 1 MT totes) for industrial and large-scale applications—contact us for custom solutions.
What documentation comes with an order of p-Toluenesulfonic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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