Description

1,2,4-Benzene Trisulfonic Acid is a versatile and highly functionalized aromatic sulfonic acid derivative. Its three sulfonic acid groups confer strong acidity and excellent water solubility, making it a valuable intermediate for creating more complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, dye, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to introduce sulfonate functionality. Its reactivity is leveraged in applications ranging from catalysis to the production of specialty surfactants and polymers.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for the production of dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Catalyst & Co-catalyst: Used in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions due to its strong acidic properties.
• Surfactant & Detergent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing anionic surfactants with high solubility and stability.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Ion Exchange Resins: A monomer for creating specialized cation exchange resins with high capacity.
• Electroplating Additives: Functions as a brightening agent and conductivity enhancer in electroplating baths.
• Water Treatment Chemicals: Used in formulations for scale inhibition and dispersion in industrial water systems.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,4-Benzene Trisulfonic Acid
CAS No.	33528-25-5
Molecular Formula	C6H6O9S3
Molecular Weight	318.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzene-1,2,4-trisulfonic Acid; 1,2,4-Benzenetrisulfonic Acid; Benzene-1,2,4-trisulphonic Acid; 1,2,4-Trisulfobenzene; Trisulfobenzoic Acid (related); BTSA
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Quality Control

Our 1,2,4-Benzene Trisulfonic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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) and should be kept under dry conditions to prevent caking or decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Sulfate Ash	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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