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Pyridinium p-toluenesulfonate, 98+%
Description
Pyridinium p-Toluenesulfate is used in the synthesis of a subdomain of the cytochrome P450 BM3 enzyme, for use in screening systems for drug candidates. Efficient catalyst for preparing tetrahydropyranyl ethers.
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Pyridinium p-Toluenesulfate is used in the synthesis of a subdomain of the cytochrome P450 BM3 enzyme, for use in screening systems for drug candidates. Efficient catalyst for preparing tetrahydropyranyl ethers.
Solubility
Soluble in water (partly), ethanol, acetone, dichloromethane, chloroform, methanol and dimethyl sulfoxide.
Notes
Moisture Sensitive. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated. Store protected from moisture.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 116°C to 120°C |
Quantity | 500 g |
Beilstein | 3764305 |
Sensitivity | Moisture sensitive |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water (partly),ethanol,acetone,dichloromethane,chloroform,methanol and dimethyl sulfoxide. |
Formula Weight | 251.31 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
Chemical Name or Material | Pyridinium p-toluenesulfonate |
Safety and Handling

- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
RUO – Research Use Only
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