Sodium Benzenesulphonate | 515-42-4
Cas No :
515-42-4
Form :
Powder
Molecular Weight :
180.16 G/Mol
Molecular Formula :
C6H5NAO3S
Boiling Point :
316 °C
Melting Point :
270 °C
Flash Point :
300 °C
Solubility :
Soluble In Water; Soluble In Methanol; Insoluble In Nonpolar Solvents
Description :
Overview of Sodium Benzenesulphonate
Sodium Benzenesulphonate is an organic sodium salt used as a hydrotrope, surfactant, and chemical intermediate in various industrial applications. Known for its ability to increase the water solubility of poorly soluble organic compounds and its surface-active properties, Sodium Benzenesulphonate is widely used in detergent formulations, pharmaceutical processing, and chemical manufacturing.
This compound appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder or granules with a mild characteristic odor. Its benzenesulfonate anion provides unique hydrotropic and surfactant properties useful in formulation science.
Related products include Sodium Toluenesulfonate, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, and other aromatic sulfonates used in industrial and pharmaceutical applications.
Applications of Sodium Benzenesulphonate
Detergent & Cleaning Products
- Used as a hydrotrope in liquid detergent formulations
- Applied to increasing the solubility of surfactants
- Used in industrial cleaning products
- Applied in laundry detergent formulations
Pharmaceutical Applications
- Used as a hydrotrope in pharmaceutical formulations
- Applied to increasing drug solubility
- Used in liquid pharmaceutical preparations
- Applied in solubilizing poorly soluble APIs
Industrial & Chemical
- Used in electroplating baths
- Used to treat metal solutions
- It is used for dyeing and processing textiles
- In agrochemical formulations, It is used
Safety & Handling Guidelines
- Beware of inhaling dust
- Make sure you wear gloves and protective clothing while handling
- A mild irritant for the skin and eyes
- Be sure to use it in well-ventilated locations
- Keep in tightly sealed containers, in a cool, dry location
- Be sure to follow COA and MSDS directions strictly
Where to Buy Sodium Benzenesulphonate?
Sodium Benzenesulphonate Manufacturer
ChemicalBull supplies high-purity Sodium Benzenesulphonate that meets pharmaceutical and industrial quality standards.
Sodium Benzenesulphonate Supplier & Distributor
- Available in bulk packing for industrial and pharmaceutical use
- Technical and pharmaceutical grades
- COA, MSDS, and specifications provided
MSDS
Includes detailed safety instructions, hazard identification, and storage guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is Sodium Benzenesulphonate used for?
Used as a hydrotrope in detergents, a surfactant in cleaning products, a solubilizer in pharmaceuticals, and in electroplating and textile processing. -
What is the molecular formula?
Molecular formula: C₆H₅SO₃Na with molecular weight 180.16 g/mol. -
How does it work as hydrotrope?
Increases the water solubility of poorly soluble organic compounds by forming organized molecular aggregates, enhancing solubilization without micelle formation.