Methanesulfonic Acid (MSA)

Methanesulfonic Acid is a strong organic acid which is highly suitable for manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients such as Telmisartan and Eprosartan, Angiotensin II receptor antagonists.

What are the advantages of Methanesulfonic Acid (MSA)?

• Strong, odor-free organic acid
• Non-oxidizing
• Virtually free of metal ions and sulfate
• Our unique manufacturing process makes the product free of chlorine and colorless.
• Easy to handle in liquid form
• Strong acid prevents the formation of oxidation products.
• Reactions at higher temperatures possible
• The excellent solubility in water enables easy phase separations.
• Decomposes to form sulfate, carbon dioxide, water and biomass