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p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid
Product Code
AC421220000; AC421220010; AC421222500
Synonyms
PTSA

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

Food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific Company

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

(201) 796-7100

A

Acros Organics

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Emergency Contacts

Fisher Scientific Company / Acros Organics

001-800-ACROS-01

Acros Organics

+32 14 57 52 11

Fisher Scientific Company

001-201-796-7100

Acros Organics

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3
Skin Corr. Cat. 1A
Eye Dam. Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking
P233 Keep container tightly closed
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment
P242 Use only non-sparking tools
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P264 Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Acetic acid 64-19-7 88% No
p-Toluenesulfonic acid 104-15-4 12% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove from exposure, lie down. Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Immediate medical attention is required.

Symptoms: Difficulty in breathing

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Immediate medical attention is required.

Eye contact

Immediate medical attention is required. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician immediately.

Symptoms: Ingestion causes severe swelling, severe damage to the delicate tissue and danger of perforation

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediate medical attention is required.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically. Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray. Carbon dioxide (CO₂). Dry chemical. Chemical foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Unsuitable media

No information available

Specific hazards

Flammable. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Materials: sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Do not breathe mist/vapors/spray. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Handle product only in closed system or provide appropriate exhaust ventilation. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Storage

Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Flammables area. Corrosives area.

Hygiene

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.

Hands

Wear appropriate protective gloves

Eyes

Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.

Respiratory

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Solubility In Water
---
Vapor Density
No information available
Odor Threshold
No information available
Solubility In Fat
---
Odor
vinegar-like
Bulk Density
---
Voc Content
---
Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
Boiling Point
116 °C / 240.8 °F @ 760 mmHg
Upper Explosive Limit
19.9%
Form
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No information available
Lower Explosive Limit
4.0%
Properties Status
---
Ph
No information available
Explosive Limits
---
Flammability
Not applicable
Relative Density
1.070
Decomposition Temperature
No information available
Crystallisation Point
---
Solubility
No information available
Cloud Point
---
Density
---
Softening Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Appearance
Light yellow
Colour
Light yellow
Molecular Weight
---
Melting Point
No data available
Flash Point
41 °C / 105.8 °F
Colour Intensity
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No information available
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
426 °C / 798.8 °F
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Evaporation Rate
No information available
Vapor Pressure
14 mmHg @ 20 °C
Freezing Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing.

Avoid

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Incompatible products.

Incompatible

Acids, Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases, Amines, Ammonium nitrate: fertilizers capable of self-sustaining decomposition, Peroxides, Metals

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO₂), Sulfur oxides

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Disposal

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN2920
Shipping Name
Corrosive liquid, flammable, n.o.s.
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid known by?

p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid is also known as: PTSA

What is the hazard signal word for p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid?

p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid is a liquid appearing as light yellow with light yellow color. It has vinegar-like odor.

What is the solubility of p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid?

No information available

What is p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

What is the melting point of p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 12% in acetic acid?

The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is 116 °C / 240.8 °F @ 760 mmHg.