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Catalysts & SpecialtiesCAS 104-15-4

p-TSA

Para Toluene Sulphonic Acid

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Molecular Formula

C₇H₈O₃S

Molecular Weight

172.20 g/mol

Appearance

White to off-white crystalline powder

CAS Number

104-15-4

Synonyms:4-Toluenesulphonic acidPTSATosic acidp-TSA

Specifications

ParameterSpecification
AppearanceWhite to off-white crystalline powder
PurityMin. 98.5% (anhydrous basis)
Free H₂SO₄Max. 0.5%
Moisture (monohydrate)8.5–9.5%
Molecular FormulaC₇H₈O₃S
Molecular Weight172.20 g/mol

Quality & Testing Methods

Acid-Base Titration

Purity — titrated with 0.1N NaOH, phenolphthalein indicator

Karl Fischer Titration

Moisture determination per ASTM E203

Applications

Green acid catalyst (pharma, resin, coatings)
Esterification reactions
Dye auxiliary manufacturing
Organic synthesis catalyst

Packaging

  • 25 kg HDPE bags
  • 50 kg fibre drums
  • Jumbo bags (500/1000 kg)

Labelling: GHS/REACH compliant labelling. Export packaging available.

Incoterms: FOB Dahej/Nhava Sheva, CIF, CFR available.

Shipping

  • Export to EU, USA, South-East Asia, Middle East, Africa
  • GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS) provided
  • UN dangerous goods classification as applicable
  • COA (Certificate of Analysis) with every shipment

Safety Information

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Classification

Corrosive (Skin/Eye), Irritant

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 – CorrosionGHS07 – Exclamation Mark

Storage Conditions

Store in cool, dry area. Keep containers tightly closed. Avoid contact with strong bases.

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