5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99%

Name: 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010803

About 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99%

5-Sulphosalicylic acid is an organosulfur compound (Extra Pure grade) carrying the CAS registry number 5965-83-3 at a purity of 99%. The compound has the formula C7H10O8S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 254.22 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid. Dihydrate. It is also known as 2-Hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid or 5-Sulfosalicylic acid.

In its supplied form it is a white to off-white to grey crystalline powder. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span analytical determinations and indicator for titrations. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 5-Sulphosalicylic acid in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical determinations
Indicator for titrations

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010803
CAS Number	5965-83-3
IUPAC name	2-hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid;dihydrate
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₀O₈S
Molecular weight	254.22 g/mol
Exact mass	254.0096
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29182390
InChIKey	BHDKTFQBRFWJKR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=C(C=C1S(=O)(=O)O)C(=O)O)O.O.O
PubChem CID	2723734

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white to grey crystalline powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 8
TPSA	122 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid, 5-Sulfosalicylic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid dihydrate, sulfosalicylic acid dihydrate, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-sulfo-, dihydrate, 5-sulphosalicylic acid dihydrate, 5-Sulfosalicylic acid dihydrate, Salicylic acid, 5-sulfo-, dihydrate, 5-Sulfosalicylic acid (dihydrate), 2-hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid, hydrate, hydrate, C7H10O8S

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P403 + P233

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 5965-83-3

5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 30% solution

CAS: 5965-83-3
Formula: C₇H₁₀O₈S
MW: 254.22 g/mol

VQ-003497

AR

5-Sulphosalicylic acid, GR 99%+

CAS: 5965-83-3
Formula: C₇H₁₀O₈S
MW: 254.22 g/mol

VQ-010804

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99% is 5965-83-3. It is also known as 2-Hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid, 5-Sulfosalicylic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-sulfobenzoic acid dihydrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99%?

5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C7H10O8S and a molecular weight of 254.22 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99% in Extra Pure (99%) grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Sulphosalicylic acid, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.