Description

Silver p-Toluenesulfonate is an organometallic salt of silver and p-toluenesulfonic acid, widely recognized for its utility as a versatile reagent and catalyst precursor. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce silver ions under mild conditions, facilitating key reactions in organic synthesis and materials science. It is an essential chemical for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise metal-mediated transformations are required.

Application

• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis, including oxidation and coupling reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Serves as a source of silver ions for specialized electroplating baths and conductive surface coatings.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Employed in the preparation of conductive polymers, nanocomposites, and other functional materials.
• Antimicrobial Agent Synthesis: A key starting material for creating silver-based antimicrobial compounds and coatings.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silver p-Toluenesulfonate
CAS No.	16836-95-6
Molecular Formula	C7H7AgO3S
Molecular Weight	279.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Silver Tosylate; Silver 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate; p-Toluenesulfonic Acid Silver Salt; Silver(1+) 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; AgOTs; Silver(I) Tosylate; Silver 4-Toluenesulfonate
EINECS	240-865-7

Quality Control

Our Silver p-Toluenesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, heavy metal content, and loss on drying. We adhere to cGMP principles for production, ensuring reliability for critical applications in pharmaceutical and advanced material synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert atmosphere like argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ag content)	≥ 98.5%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1%

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