| Purity / Analysis Method | >98.0%(GC) |
| Molecular Formula / Molecular Weight | C8H10O3S = 186.23 |
| Physical State (20 deg.C) | Solid |
| Store Under Inert Gas | Store under inert gas |
| Condition to Avoid | Moisture Sensitive |
| CAS RN | 80-48-8 |
| PubChem Substance ID | 87576248 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00008417 |
Methyl p-toluenesulfonate
Purity : >98.0%(GC)
CAS No.: 80-48-8
EC No.: 201-283-5
EC Name: methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate
ECHA Name: Methyl toluene-4-sulphonate
Synonyms:
Methyl p-toluenesulfonate
80-48-8
Methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate
Methyl tosylate
Methyl p-tosylate
Specification & Properties
Specifications:
| Appearance | White or Colorless to Light yellow powder to lump to clear liquid |
| Purity(GC) | min. 98.0 % |
Properties:
| Melting Point | 25 deg.C |
| Boiling Point | 145 deg.C/5 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.52 |
Safety & Regulations
Safety Information:
| Chemical Safety |   |
| Signal Word | Danger |
| Hazard Statements | H302 : Harmful if swallowed. H314 : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 : May cause an allergic skin reaction. H341 : Suspected of causing genetic defects. H290 : May be corrosive to metals. |
| Precautionary Statements | P501 : Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. P272 : Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P260 : Do not breathe dusts or mists. P270 : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P202 : Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P234 : Keep only in original container. P201 : Obtain special instructions before use. P264 : Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 : Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P390 : Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P308 + P313 : IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 + P364 : Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P303 + P361 + P353 : IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P333 + P313 : If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P301 + P330 + P331 : IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P301 + P312 + P330 : IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P304 + P340 + P310 : IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P406 : Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. P405 : Store locked up. |
Related Laws:
| RTECS# | XT7000000 |
Transport Information:
| UN Number | UN3261 |
| Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
Hazard Classification:
Danger!
According to the classification provided by companies to ECHA in REACH registrations this substance
causes severe skin burns and eye damage,
is harmful if swallowed,
causes serious eye damage and
may cause an allergic skin reaction.
