Product Description

P-TOLUENE SULFONIC ACID (PTSA) is an aromatic organic compound belonging to the family of sulfonic acids, presented as a white crystalline powder with hygroscopic properties. This product is characterized by high purity, controlled moisture content, and an excellent para-isomer distribution, making it particularly suitable for applications requiring precision and consistency. Its chemical structure, featuring a sulfonic group attached to a toluene ring, gives it distinctive catalytic and acidic properties, essential in numerous industrial and chemical synthesis processes.

ECSA Chemicals distributes P-TOLUENE SULFONIC ACID (PTSA) in various formats (canisters, drums, and cans), with complete technical documentation and available stock for fast deliveries in Italy, Switzerland, and the European Union.

Main Applications:

• Catalyst in esterification and polymerization reactions: widely used in the production of resins, polymers, and plasticizers due to its strong acidic properties and thermal stability
• Pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis: employed as a reaction catalyst and pH regulator in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients and specialty chemicals
• Electroplating and metal treatment: used in surface treatment processes and metal finishing applications for its excellent solubility and controlled reactivity
• Industrial detergents and cleaning formulations: incorporated as an active acidic component in professional cleaning products and descaling agents