P-toluenesulfonic acid 96% [6192-52-5]

P-toluenesulfonic acid 96% [6192-52-5] P-toluenesulfonic acid is used as an acid catalyst soluble in organic solvents, e.g. in esterification reactions and also for the elimination of the hydroxyl group.
Physical description White, almost white or pale pink crystals
Sulfuric acid ≤ 0.3%
Total acid ≥ 97.0% (C7H8O3S · H2O)
Boiling point: 140 ° C (27 hPa)
Flash point: 180 ° C
Flash point: 600 ° C
Melting point: 56 ° C Elimination of water of crystallisation
PH value: 1 (650 g / l, H₂O, 20 ° C) (anhydrous substance)
Bulk density: 510 kg / m3
Solubility: 750 g / l

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