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Para Toluene Sulfonic Acid

Name: Para Toluene Sulfonic Acid
Brand: ANTARES CHEM PRIVATE LIMITED
Price: 75 INR
Availability: InStock

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MOQ : 25 Kilograms

Para Toluene Sulfonic Acid Specification

Viscosity
Not applicable (solid)

Molecular Formula
C7H8O3S

Storage
Store in cool, dry place; tightly sealed

EINECS No
203-180-0

Assay
99%

Acid Value
<500 (mg KOH/g)

Boiling point
Not applicable (decomposes)

Particle Size
30-60 mesh

Melting Point
103106C

Loss on Drying
0.5%

Moisture (%)
0.5%

Place of Origin
India

Residue on Ignition
0.1%

HS Code
2904 1000

Ph Level
<1 (1% Solution)

Molecular Weight
172.20 g/mol

Heavy Metal (%)
0.001%

Other Names
PTSA; p-Toluenesulfonic acid; 4-Methylbenzenesulfonic acid

CAS No
104-15-4

Type
Organic Acid

Grade
Reagent Grade / Industrial Grade

Usage
Catalyst, Intermediate, Pharmaceuticals, Resin Curing Agent

Purity
99% Min

Appearance
White crystalline powder

Application
Used in esterification, pharmaceuticals, resin curing, organic syntheses

Raw Material
Toluene, Sulfonic Acid

Smell
Characteristic

Color
White

Form
Solid

Stability
Stable under recommended conditions

Transport
Handle as hazardous material

Hazard Class
8 (Corrosive substance)

Auto-Ignition Temperature
Not determined

Lead Content
<2 ppm

Toxicity
Low; handle as irritant

UN Number
2585

Flash Point
180C

Shelf Life
2 years under recommended storage

Arsenic Content
<2 ppm

Sulphate Content
0.05%

Packaging
25 Kg HDPE bag / Drum

Chloride
0.02%

pKa
-2.8

Solubility
Freely soluble in water, ethanol, methanol

Para Toluene Sulfonic Acid Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
25 Kilograms

Payment Terms
Western Union, Paypal, Letter of Credit (L/C), Cash in Advance (CID), Cash Advance (CA)

Supply Ability
1000 Kilograms Kg Per Week

Delivery Time
7 Days

Sample Available
Yes

Sample Policy
Sample costs shipping and taxes has to be paid by the buyer

Main Export Market(s)
Western Europe, Australia, North America, Eastern Europe, Africa, Central America, Middle East, South America, Asia

Main Domestic Market
All India

About Para Toluene Sulfonic Acid

Para Toluene Sulfonic Acid

hemical formula:

appearance: off-white/ white powder.
free sulphate: max 1%.
assay: 99. 0% 1%
moisture: 10. 0% max
solubility: soluble in water and alcohol.
hygroscopicity: extremely hygroscopic

uses:
reaction catalyst.
hydrotropic agent.
sodium ptsa

sodium p-toluene sulphonate 50% is also available

pack size: 50kgs hdpe bag with pp liner.

store in well closed container/bag in cool and dry place

Versatile Catalytic Powerhouse

PTSAs robust acidity and stability make it indispensable as a catalyst in various organic syntheses, particularly in esterification and resin curing. Its high purity and consistent particle size (30-60 mesh) deliver reliability in pharmaceutical applications and industrial manufacturing processes where precise results are essential.

Easy to Handle and Store

Supplied as a free-flowing white crystalline solid, PTSA offers ease of measurement and mixing. It must be stored in a cool, dry, tightly sealed environment to maintain its shelf life of up to two years. The product is shipped in sturdy 25 Kg HDPE packaging, ensuring both safety in transport and preservation of quality.

FAQs of Para Toluene Sulfonic Acid:

Q: How should Para Toluene Sulfonic Acid be stored to maintain its quality?

A: PTSA should be kept in a cool, dry place inside tightly sealed HDPE bags or drums. Proper storage conditions ensure a stable shelf life of up to two years and prevent degradation or contamination.

Q: What are the main industrial uses of PTSA?

A: PTSA is widely used as a catalyst in esterification reactions, as a curing agent for resins, and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical production and organic syntheses due to its strong acidity and high purity.

Q: Where is PTSA manufactured and exported from?

A: The majority of PTSA is produced and exported from India, with suppliers and exporters providing packaging options suitable for international transport, ensuring compliance with hazardous material regulations.

Q: What benefits does PTSA offer in pharmaceutical applications?

A: PTSA delivers high chemical purity (99%) and low levels of impurities (lead and arsenic <2 ppm each), making it suitable for sensitive pharmaceutical processes and providing reliable, efficient catalysis with minimal residuals.

Q: How is PTSA typically handled and transported?

A: Being classified as a corrosive substance (Hazard Class 8; UN 2585), PTSA should be handled using protective gear and transported in compliance with hazardous material guidelines, with secure HDPE packaging to mitigate risks.

Q: What precautions are necessary when using PTSA in industrial processes?

A: Due to its irritant properties and strong acidity (pH <1 in solution), handlers should utilize appropriate PPEincluding gloves and gogglesand ensure good ventilation to avoid direct skin or respiratory exposure.

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