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o-Toluenesulfonic acid

Also known as: 2-Methylbenzenesulfonic acid, 2-Methylbenzene-1-sulfonic acid, 2-Toluenesulfonic acid, Benzenesulfonic acid, 2-methyl-, Toluene-2-sulfonic acid, o-Methylbenzenesulfonic acid, Toluenesulfonic acid, Toluenesulphonic acid, Sorafenib Impurity 47

o-Toluenesulfonic acid (CAS 88-20-0) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O3S and a molecular weight of 172.202 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 67.5 °C, a boiling point of 272.52 °C and a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
88-20-0
Jingsj CID
J-1516743-8
Molecular Formula
C7H8O3S
Molecular Weight
172.202 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point67.5 °C
Boiling Point272.52 °C
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Exact Mass172.019409
PSA62.75000
LogP0.93
Refractive Index1.563
Storage Conditions-20°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2904100000
Summary2904100000 derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and ethyl esters。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of o-Toluenesulfonic acid?

The CAS number of o-Toluenesulfonic acid is 88-20-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of o-Toluenesulfonic acid?

o-Toluenesulfonic acid has molecular formula C7H8O3S and molecular weight 172.202 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of o-Toluenesulfonic acid?

For o-Toluenesulfonic acid, Upstream Products: 1,2-Dichlorobenzene, o-Toluenesulfonyl chloride, 5-Bromo-2-methylbenzenesulfonic acid; Downstream Products: Mesaconic acid, Borneol, p-Toluenesulfonic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "o-Toluenesulfonic acid (CAS 88-20-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1516743-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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