Description

Propane-2-Sulphonic Acid is a versatile organosulfur compound, also known as 2-Propylsulfonic acid, valued for its strong acidity and utility as a building block in organic synthesis. Its significance lies in its role as a key intermediate for producing surfactants, catalysts, and specialty chemicals across various high-value industries. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer sectors seeking reliable, high-purity chemical intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug substances.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized acid catalysts and sulfonate-based ligands.
• Surfactant & Detergent Manufacturing: A key raw material for producing anionic surfactants with specific performance characteristics.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce sulfonic acid groups into polymers, enhancing properties like hydrophilicity or ion-exchange capacity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as an intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel compounds in academic and industrial labs.
• Electroplating & Metal Treatment: Functions as an additive in plating baths and surface treatment formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propane-2-Sulphonic Acid
CAS No.	14159-48-9
Molecular Formula	C3H8O3S
Molecular Weight	124.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Propylsulfonic Acid; 2-Propanesulfonic Acid; Isopropylsulfonic Acid; 1-Methylethanesulfonic Acid; Propane-2-sulfonic acid; 14159-48-9; NSC 163022
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Quality Control

Our Propane-2-Sulphonic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.