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Varsal Methanesulfonic Acid, 70% Industrial Grade

Chemical Name: Methanesulfonic acid

CAS Number: 75-75-2

Purity (Assay): 70.1 - 70.1 %

Synonyms: Methylsulfonic Acid

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CAS No.
75-75-2
EC No.
200-898-6

Features & Benefits

Base Chemicals Features
Product Highlights
  • Varsal's MSA process is clean with no methyl mercaptan odor.
  • Process conditions do not typically allow formation of methyl esters.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applicable Processes
Base Chemicals End Uses
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

As a solvent, catalyst of alkylation, esterification and polymerization.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Almost Odorless
Soluble in
Water
Insoluble in
Paraffin
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Chloride ion Content5.0ppm-
Color Number20.0APHA-
Iron Content0.05%-
Molecular Weight96.1--
Oxidizable Compounds200.0ppm-
Purity70.1wt%-
SO42- Content3.0%-

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

250 Kg per plastic drum, 1000 Kg IBC, or Iso-tank container

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing dust / fume / gas / mist / vapors / spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use adequate ventilation to remove vapors (fumes, dust, etc).

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

  • Storage Temperature Store in a cool/low-temperature, well-ventilated (dry) place.
  • Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases.

Specific end use(s)

Solvent / Catalyst