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Sodium toluenesulfonate

CAS Number
12068-03-0
EC Number
235-088-1
Chemical Formula
C7H8O3S.Na
Molecular Weight
194.19 g/mol

Description

Sodium toluenesulfonate (CAS 12068-03-0 ), also known as sodium tosylate, is an aromatic sulfonate salt used across formulation and process chemistry as a hydrotrope and solubilizing agent. It improves the water solubility of poorly soluble actives and surfactant systems, enabling stable, high-performance liquid formulations. In personal care and household cleaning products, it functions as a hydrotrope. This chemical reduces viscosity and improves clarity in surfactant-heavy formulations such as shampoos, liquid detergents, and body washes. Pharmaceutical manufacturers use it as a solubilizer and counterion source. In API salt formation, it improves bioavailability and processability of active compounds. In agrochemical formulations, it supports the dispersion and wetting of active ingredients in suspension concentrates. It is also utilized in emulsifiable concentrates. Industrial process chemistry employs it as a coupling agent and phase modifier in sulfonation and synthesis workflows to ensure efficient chemical reactions. Sodium toluenesulfonate is supplied as a white crystalline powder or granules. Technical and industrial grades are the most commonly available, with purity levels typically at 98% or higher for most uses. Pharmaceutical-grade material meeting USP or Ph.Eur. specifications is available for regulated applications requiring documented quality standards and high levels of material consistency. Contact us for supply of Sodium toluenesulfonate Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

Sodium 4-methylbenzenesulfonate | Sodium tosylate | p-Toluenesulfonic acid sodium salt | Sodium methylbenzenesulfonate | Sodium toluenesulphonate | Sodium p-tolylsulfonate | Benzenesulfonic acid, methyl-, sodium salt (1:1) | ar-Toluenesulfonic acid, sodium salt

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Physical Properties

Log P0.930 (est)

Safety & Handling

Danger
GHS05· CorrosiveGHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements

P264Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P317Get emergency medical help.
P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P265Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P352IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P317Get emergency medical help.
P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help.
P364Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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