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Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies 4B Acid (CAS 88-44-8) to pigment and dye manufacturers, printing-ink makers, plastics colourant producers and specialty chemical units across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and all seven Emirates, with batch-wise COA, sealed packing and fast GCC delivery.
4B Acid (4-Aminotoluene-3-sulfonic acid, p-toluidine-2-sulfonic acid) is an amino toluene sulfonic acid supplied as a beige to off-white crystalline powder. It is the diazo component behind the Lithol Rubine family of red lake pigments.
Typical uses are as a diazo component for azo lake pigments such as Lithol Rubine (Pigment Red 57:1 types), for printing inks, plastics and coatings colourants and specialty dye intermediates.
As an established chemical supplier in the UAE, Chelora Chemicals sources 4B Acid from approved manufacturers with consistent purity and controlled colour, and delivers it to customers in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain, as well as export customers in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Africa and South Asia.
Typical specification and physical data for 4B Acid supplied in the UAE. Batch-specific values are always confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis issued with each lot.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Beige to off-white crystalline powder |
| Purity (HPLC / titration) | ≥ 98.0% (other grades on request) |
| Identification | Conforms to structure |
| Moisture | As per COA / customer requirement |
| Impurities & isomers | As per COA |
| Grade | Technical / industrial grade |
| Packing | 25 kg bags / fibre drums, jumbo bags |
| Documents | COA, SDS, TDS, COO |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | 4-Aminotoluene-3-sulfonic acid |
| CAS number | 88-44-8 |
| Molecular formula | C₇H₉NO₃S |
| Molecular weight | 187.22 g/mol |
| Physical state (20 °C) | Solid |
| Melting point | approx. 300 °C (decomposes) |
| Boiling point | As per TDS / COA |
| Sensitivity | Stable under normal storage; keep dry and away from strong oxidisers and nitrites |
Values are typical literature data for reference only and do not form a sales specification. Contact us for the latest TDS and batch COA.
Need a specific purity, impurity limit or moisture value? We match your spec to approved makers.
Share Your Specification →From pigment and dye plants to printing-ink and plastics colourant producers, 4B Acid is a standard diazo component for UAE and GCC manufacturers.
Diazotised and coupled with BON acid, then laked with calcium.
Pigments from 4B acid colour offset and gravure magenta inks.
Red lake pigments for plastics, paints and coatings.
A diazo component for specialty azo dye chemistry.
Campaign use by contract manufacturers running multi-step chemistry.
Smaller lots for laboratories and process development.
Our UAE customers for 4B Acid range from free zone manufacturers to regional traders re-exporting through Jebel Ali.
Azo lake and toner producers.
Offset, gravure and flexo ink formulators.
Masterbatch and paint pigment users.
Azo dye intermediate producers.
Dubai and Sharjah traders re-exporting 4B Acid to the GCC, Africa and South Asia.
Contract synthesis plants running campaign-based production for global brands.
Universities, QC labs and R&D centres needing smaller quantities with full documentation.
Importers in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Africa and CIS buying via UAE.
We supply 4B Acid to industrial areas, ports and free zones throughout the UAE, with re-export to the wider GCC and beyond.
Fast local delivery and re-export via Jebel Ali Port for traders and manufacturers.
Supply to chemical and industrial units in Musaffah, KEZAD and Khalifa Port.
Serving dye, agro and chemical blending units in Sharjah's industrial areas and free zones.
Reliable deliveries for Ajman manufacturers from our UAE stock and import programme.
Supplying pharma, chemical and industrial producers in RAK's free zones and ports.
Road delivery to the east coast with access to Port of Fujairah for regional shipments.
Consolidated with our northern Emirates deliveries for factories and traders.
Export from the UAE on EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP or DDP terms.
Because 4B Acid is a aromatic amino sulfonic acid that must stay clean, dry and well sealed, we ship it in packaging suited to UAE summer temperatures and long sea and road transit.
Whether you need a few drums for a pilot campaign or regular bulk loads for continuous production, we plan packing, labelling, dangerous-goods paperwork and transport from port or warehouse to your gate.
25 kg liner-sealed bags and fibre / steel drums.
25 kg and 50 kg packs for trial lots and laboratory qualification.
500–1,000 kg bulk bags for large-volume plants.
EXW UAE, FOB Jebel Ali / Khalifa, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP.
A simple, transparent procurement process built for busy purchase teams.
Send product name, CAS 88-44-8, purity, quantity, packing and delivery Emirate.
We match approved makers and send an offer with price, packing, Incoterm and lead time.
COA, SDS and TDS shared upfront, with samples available for qualification.
We lock in the batch, arrange sealed packing and GHS labelling.
Customs clearance, DG handling and transport from port or warehouse.
Delivery to your site in the UAE or GCC, plus repeat-order planning.
Every lot of 4B Acid we supply is traceable to its manufacturer and production date. We check the specification against your requirement before dispatch so your synthesis, formulation or dye batch is not put at risk by off-spec material.
Hazardous aromatic amine sulfonic acid. Aromatic amino sulfonic acids can irritate skin, eyes and the respiratory tract, may cause allergic skin reactions and dust can be harmful if inhaled; the material may be harmful to aquatic life. Always refer to the supplied SDS for the full GHS classification.
Long-term relationships with established makers keep purity, colour and impurity profile consistent batch after batch.
Offers with price, grade, packing, Incoterm and lead time so your purchase team can decide quickly.
We understand the specifications that agrochemical, pharma and dye producers actually need from 4B Acid.
COA, SDS, TDS, COO and DG paperwork ready for audits, customs and GCC export.
Delivery across the seven Emirates and export to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.
From sample and trial lots to annual supply contracts and bulk programmes.
Common questions from UAE and GCC buyers about 4B Acid supply, specifications and delivery.
4B Acid is used mainly as a diazo component for azo lake pigments such as Lithol Rubine, for printing inks, plastics and coatings colourants and specialty dye intermediates. Typical uses are as a diazo component for azo lake pigments such as Lithol Rubine (Pigment Red 57:1 types), for printing inks, plastics and coatings colourants and specialty dye intermediates.
The CAS number of 4B Acid is 88-44-8. Its molecular formula is C₇H₉NO₃S and its molecular weight is 187.22 g/mol.
4B Acid (CAS 88-44-8) is also sold as 4B Acid, 4-Aminotoluene-3-sulfonic acid, 2-Amino-5-methylbenzenesulfonic acid, p-Toluidine-2-sulfonic acid, 6-Amino-m-toluenesulfonic acid. Please mention the CAS number in your enquiry so we quote the right material.
Chelora Chemicals UAE is a B2B chemical supplier and distributor of 4B Acid, serving Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain, with full COA, SDS and TDS documentation and export to the wider GCC.
Yes. We deliver to all seven Emirates, including Jebel Ali and JAFZA in Dubai, KEZAD, Musaffah and Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi, and SAIF Zone and Hamriyah Free Zone in Sharjah, as well as RAKEZ, Ajman Free Zone and Fujairah.
Our standard grade is ≥ 98.0% by GC or HPLC as per the COA. Specific limits on moisture, isomers, colour or other impurities can be sourced on request to suit your process.
Several amino toluene sulfonic acids are used in pigments, including 4B acid (CAS 88-44-8), 2B acid (CAS 88-51-7) and CLT acid / C acid (CAS 88-53-9), and they are not interchangeable. 4B Acid is CAS 88-44-8. Always quote the CAS number to avoid receiving the wrong material.
Pricing depends on purity, quantity, packing, Incoterm and current market conditions. Share your requirement through our contact page and our team aims to send a clear quotation within one business day.
It is typically supplied in 25 kg liner-sealed bags or fibre / steel drums, with larger bulk bags and smaller packs available for trials. Packaging is sealed and labelled for safe dangerous-goods transport.
The minimum order depends on packing and availability. We handle everything from a few drums or small packs for trials and lab qualification up to full container loads and ISO tanks.
Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, dark and well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials. Keep dry, tightly closed and away from strong oxidisers and nitrites, and avoid creating dust.
Aromatic amino sulfonic acids can irritate skin, eyes and the respiratory tract, may cause allergic skin reactions and dust can be harmful if inhaled; the material may be harmful to aquatic life. Use suitable gloves, goggles and ventilation and follow the SDS supplied with the product.
Yes. We export from the UAE to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, East and West Africa, South Asia and other markets on EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP or DDP terms, subject to the import rules of each destination.
Yes. Samples are available for qualification on request, together with the COA and SDS, so your QC or R&D team can approve the material before a commercial order.
Tell us your purity, quantity, packing and delivery Emirate, and get a competitive quote for 4B Acid from a trusted chemical supplier in the UAE.