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CAS 835617-36-2

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Mesitylenesulfonic acid dihydrate

Description:
Mesitylenesulfonic acid dihydrate is an organic compound characterized by its sulfonic acid functional group, which imparts strong acidic properties. It is derived from mesitylene, a trimethyl-substituted benzene, and features a sulfonic acid group (-SO3H) attached to the aromatic ring. The dihydrate form indicates that the compound contains two molecules of water per molecule of mesitylenesulfonic acid, which can influence its solubility and stability. This compound is typically a white crystalline solid and is soluble in polar solvents such as water and alcohols. Mesitylenesulfonic acid dihydrate is often used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of various sulfonate esters and as a catalyst in chemical reactions due to its strong acidity. Its applications extend to the fields of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it can be corrosive and may cause irritation to skin and eyes.
Formula:C9H11O3S
InChI:InChI=1/C9H12O3S/c1-6-4-7(2)9(8(3)5-6)13(10,11)12/h4-5H,1-3H3,(H,10,11,12)/p-1
SMILES:Cc1cc(C)c(c(C)c1)S(=O)(=O)[O-]
Synonyms:
  • 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzenesulfonate
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