Ketjenflex® CP

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KETJENFLEX® CP is para toluene sulfonic acid, used as a catalyst in many chemical processes.

Chemical Name: p-Toluenesulfonic Acid Monohydrate

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer, Catalyst, Curing Agent

CAS Number: 6192-52-5

Chemical Family: Organic Acids, Sulfonic Acids & Derivatives

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
6192-52-5
EC No.
612-715-0

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Cure Method
Base Chemicals End Uses
Application

KETJENFLEX® CP is a strong catalyst with a high protonating capacity. KETJENFLEX® CP is used as catalyst in the following processes:

  • Catalyst in epoxy-amine systems
  • Acid cured wood coatings
  • Fatty acid esterification
  • Curing melamine formaldehyde resins
  • Aldol and enol reactions
  • Nitrosations of alkenes
  • Synthesis of azo dyes
  • Synthesis of various other dyes and pigments

KETJENFLEX® CP is used as a pH regulator in electroplating processes. KETJENFLEX® CP (in combination with nitric acids) can be used for what is called the ‘bright dip’ giving a shiny surface to copper, silver, gold, chrome and nickel electroplated metal.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White crystalline powder, White Crystalline Powder
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulk Density1200kg/m3
Melting Pointapprox. 106°C
Solubility in Waterapprox. 700g/l
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Contentmin. 98.0%
Free Acidmax. 0.5%
Water Contentmax. 2.0%
Iron Contentmax. 10ppm
Toxicological information
Acute toxicity (oral) LD50 rat > 1410 mg/kg
Genotoxicity (Ames test) not mutagenic
Biodegradation inherently biodegradable

 

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory Information

KETJENFLEX® CP is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) according to CFR 21, section:

  • 175.105

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

25 kg in polypropylene bags, 30 on a pallet

Storage & Handling

Storage

Keep packaging well closed. Store in a cool dry place.