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Oxidatively coupled and reduced to 4,4′-diaminostilbene-2,2′-disulfonic acid.
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Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid (CAS 121-03-9) to optical brightener and stilbene dye manufacturers, direct-dye producers and specialty chemical makers across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and all seven Emirates, with batch-wise COA, sealed packing and fast GCC delivery.
Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid (4-nitrotoluene-2-sulfonic acid, PNTOSA) is the sulfonated derivative of Para Nitrotoluene, supplied as a pale yellow to off-white crystalline solid that dissolves readily in water. It is a key early intermediate in the stilbene chemistry that leads to optical brighteners.
Typical uses are as the starting material for 4,4′-diaminostilbene-2,2′-disulfonic acid (DSD acid), for fluorescent whitening agents used in detergents, paper and textiles, for direct and stilbene dyes, and in specialty chemical synthesis.
As an established chemical supplier in the UAE, Chelora Chemicals sources Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic 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 Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid supplied in the UAE. Batch-specific values are always confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis issued with each lot.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale yellow to off-white crystalline solid (hydrated forms common) |
| Purity (HPLC / titration) | ≥ 95.0% (higher 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-Nitrotoluene-2-sulfonic acid |
| CAS number | 121-03-9 |
| Molecular formula | C₇H₇NO₅S |
| Molecular weight | 217.20 g/mol |
| Physical state (20 °C) | Solid |
| Melting point | Varies with hydrate form; see COA |
| Boiling point | Decomposes on strong heating |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic and acidic; keep dry, away from heat, strong bases, strong oxidisers and reducing agents |
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 dye houses and agrochemical plants to pharmaceutical and fine-chemical producers, Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid is a versatile building block for UAE and GCC manufacturers.
Oxidatively coupled and reduced to 4,4′-diaminostilbene-2,2′-disulfonic acid.
Feeds fluorescent whitening agents for detergents, paper and textiles.
An intermediate for water-soluble dye chemistry.
A building block for sulfonated nitro-aromatic derivatives.
Campaign use by contract manufacturers running multi-step chemistry.
Smaller lots for laboratories and process development.
Our UAE customers for Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid range from free zone manufacturers to regional traders re-exporting through Jebel Ali.
Producers of stilbene-based fluorescent whitening agents.
Direct-dye and stilbene colourant makers.
Producers of whitening and finishing auxiliaries.
Producers of sulfonated nitro-aromatic derivatives.
Dubai and Sharjah traders re-exporting Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic 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 Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic 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 Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid is a hygroscopic, acidic solid that must stay 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.
1–25 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 121-03-9, purity, quantity, packing and delivery Emirate.
We match approved makers and send a quotation with 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 Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic 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.
Corrosive nitro-aromatic acid. Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid can cause skin and serious eye irritation or damage, may irritate the respiratory tract and is harmful if swallowed. Aqueous solutions are acidic and corrosive to many metals. 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.
Clear quotes with grade, packing, Incoterm and lead time so your purchase team can decide quickly.
We understand the specifications that dye, agro and pharma producers actually need from Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic 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 Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid supply, specifications and delivery.
Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid is used as the starting material for 4,4′-diaminostilbene-2,2′-disulfonic acid (DSD acid), for fluorescent whitening agents used in detergents, paper and textiles, for direct and stilbene dyes, and in specialty chemical synthesis.
The CAS number of Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid is 121-03-9. Its molecular formula is C₇H₇NO₅S and its molecular weight is 217.20 g/mol.
Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid (CAS 121-03-9) is also sold as 4-Nitrotoluene-2-sulfonic acid, 4-Nitrotoluene-2-sulphonic acid, 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, PNTOSA. 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 Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic 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 ≥ 95.0% by HPLC / titration as per the COA. Specific limits on moisture, isomers, colour or other impurities can be sourced on request to suit your process.
Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid (4-nitrotoluene-2-sulfonic acid, CAS 121-03-9) is different from its parent Para Nitrotoluene (CAS 99-99-0), which carries no sulfonic acid group, and from the final stilbene product DSD acid. Please quote the CAS number in your enquiry so we supply the right material.
Share the grade, quantity, packing, Incoterm and delivery Emirate through our contact page and our team aims to respond 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, strong oxidisers, strong bases and reducing agents. Keep away from heat and ignition sources and handle in line with the SDS.
Yes. Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid can cause skin and serious eye irritation or damage, may irritate the respiratory tract and is harmful if swallowed. Solutions are acidic and corrosive to many metals. 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 quote for Para Nitrotoluene Ortho Sulphonic Acid from a trusted chemical supplier in the UAE.