Description

Sodium Methanesulfonate is the sodium salt of methanesulfonic acid, a versatile and highly soluble organic sulfonate. This compound is valued for its stability, low toxicity, and excellent solubility in water and polar solvents, making it a key intermediate and additive in advanced chemical synthesis. It serves critical roles in industries such as pharmaceuticals, electroplating, and specialty chemicals, where reliable purity and consistent performance are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Functions as a conductive salt and additive in electroplating baths for improved metal deposition and surface finish.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a catalyst, reagent, or counterion in various organic reactions and polymerization processes.
• Biochemistry & Research: Employed in buffer systems and as a component in biochemical assays and laboratory research.
• Specialty Cleaning & Detergents: Acts as a builder or stabilizing agent in industrial cleaning formulations.
• Energy Storage: Investigated for use as an electrolyte component or additive in battery systems.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Sodium Methanesulfonate
CAS No.	2386-57-4
Molecular Formula	CH3NaO3S
Molecular Weight	118.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Methanesulfonate; Methanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Methylsulfonate; Mesylate Sodium Salt; Sodium Mesylate; Methanesulfonate Sodium; Methylsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Salt of Methanesulfonic Acid
EINECS	219-196-7

Quality Control

Our Sodium Methanesulfonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is available for every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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