PTSA stands for para toluene sulfonamide. It serves as intermediate in pharmaceuticals and in various chemical processes.

Chemical Name: p-Toluenesulfonamide

CAS Number: 70-55-3

Functions: API Intermediate, Intermediate, Optical Brightener, Plasticizer

Synonyms: p-Tolylsulfonamide, Tosylamide

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Identification & Functionality

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Applications & Uses

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Application

KETJENFLEX 6 is an intermediate used in many pharmaceutical syntheses. Pharmaceuticals that are based on KETJENFLEX 6 include:
• Tolazamide (anti-diabetes drug)
• Tolbutamide (anti-diabetes drug)
• Glycyclamide (anti-diabetes drug)
• Gliclazide (anti-diabetes)
Moreover KETJENFLEX 6 is a major component in the synthesis of fluorescent pigments and dyes.

Properties

Physical Form
Toxicological information
Acute toxicity (oral) LD50 rat > 2330 mg/kg
Genotoxicity (Ames test) not mutagenic
Biodegradation readily biodegradable

 

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory Information

KETJENFLEX 6 is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) according to CFR 21, Sections:
• 175.105

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

25 kg in 3 ply paper bags, 35 on a pallet

Storage & Handling

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.