Physical state and appearance:
cloudy, colorless
Odour: pungent odour
Taste: Strong.
Molecular weight: 116.52 g/mole
pH (1% soln/water): 1 [Acidic.]
Boiling point: 158°C (316.4°F)
Melting point: -80°C (-112°F)
Specific gravity: 1.76 (Water = 1)
Vapor pressure: 1 mm of Hg (@ 20°C)
Vapor density: 4.02 (Air = 1)
Dispersion properties: See solubility in water.
Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
Applications
Dyes, dye intermediates
and pigments
Synthetic sweeteners
Drugs and pharmaceuticals
Ion exchange resins
Pesticides
Packaging
MS or SS 316 tankers
Transportation
DOT classification: Class 8: Corrosive liquid.
Identification: Chlorosulphonic acid : UN1754 PG:
I
Special provisions for transport: Poison inhalation
hazard zone B
DOT classification: Class 8: Corrosive liquid.
Formula:
