Methanesulfonic Acid (MSA) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Methane Sulfonic Acid
- Methane Sulphonic Acid
- Methanesulphonic Acid
- Methylsulfonic Acid
Methanesulfonic acid supplier for industrial, electroplating, electronics and synthesis buyers in Malaysia. Also written as methane sulfonic acid, methane sulphonic acid, methanesulphonic acid or methylsulfonic acid and abbreviated MSA (CH3SO3H, CAS 75-75-2), it is a strong organic sulfonic acid supplied as a liquid for process and finishing use.
Commercial supply covers aqueous industrial solutions, high-purity liquid for tighter impurity needs, and concentrated material for synthesis or on-site make-up. Concentration and purity are set against the buyer's specification rather than a single fixed strength.
Manufacturing and electronics users specify MSA in electroplating and metal finishing, printed-circuit process chemistry, acid catalysis and esterification. Cleaning formulators use it in selected descaling and cleaner systems, while pharmaceutical and agrochemical routes may call for it as a process intermediate.
Send the required grade or concentration, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 75-75-2
- Formula
- CH3SO3H
- Grade
- industrial, high purity
- Appearance
- colourless to pale liquid, grade and concentration dependent
Methanesulfonic Acid grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqueous methanesulfonic acid solution | clear aqueous liquid | concentration confirmed against the required specification | General industrial supply for metal finishing make-up, process acid charging, cleaning formulations and synthesis where a liquid MSA solution is specified at a buyer-chosen concentration. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| High-purity methanesulfonic acid | clear liquid, high-purity grade | purity confirmed against the required specification | Electroplating baths, electronics process steps and other metal-finishing or specialty uses that call for a tighter impurity profile than standard industrial solution. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Concentrated methanesulfonic acid | concentrated liquid | strength confirmed against the required specification | Chemical synthesis, acid catalysis and esterification where a concentrated MSA feed is preferred, including make-up of working solutions on site. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy methanesulfonic acid from ChemTrade
Request a quote for methanesulfonic acid
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical name | methanesulfonic acid (MSA) | — |
| CAS number | 75-75-2 | — |
| Molecular formula | CH3SO3H | — |
| Appearance | colourless to pale liquid according to grade and concentration | — |
| Form | aqueous solution, high-purity liquid or concentrated liquid; concentration and purity confirmed against the required specification | — |
| Solubility | miscible with water | — |
Methanesulfonic Acid applications
Safety and handling
- Classification
- corrosive
Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from incompatible substances and bases. Corrosive liquid; use suitable acid-resistant handling equipment, gloves and eye protection, and follow the safety data for the quoted grade.
Common questions about methanesulfonic acid
Is methanesulfonic acid the same as LABSA or sulfamic acid?
No. Methanesulfonic acid (MSA, CAS 75-75-2) is a short-chain organic sulfonic acid. Linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acid (LABSA), sulfamic acid and sulphuric acid are different products. Name MSA clearly on the enquiry so the correct acid is quoted.
Which methanesulfonic acid grade or form should I request?
Aqueous industrial solutions suit general metal finishing, cleaning and process charging at a stated concentration. High-purity grades are often preferred for electroplating and electronics work. Concentrated material suits synthesis and on-site make-up. State concentration, purity target and application so the suitable grade can be matched.
What concentration of MSA solution is available?
Commercial supply is commonly offered as aqueous solution or concentrated liquid at buyer-specified strength. Do not assume a fixed concentration. Include the target assay or working strength, plus any impurity limits, in the enquiry.
What is MSA used for in electroplating and electronics?
Methanesulfonic acid is used in selected electroplating and metal-finishing baths and in electronics process chemistry where its acid profile and solubility suit the process. Confirm bath chemistry and grade requirements when enquiring so the quoted material fits the process.
How do the spellings methane sulfonic acid and methanesulphonic acid relate?
They are spelling variants of the same product. Closed-form methanesulfonic acid is the standard identity on this page; spaced and British sulphonic forms, plus MSA and methylsulfonic acid, refer to the same chemical when CAS 75-75-2 is intended.
What details are needed for a methanesulfonic acid price enquiry?
Provide the grade or concentration, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Mention preferred packing and any product documents required so the quotation can cover the full requirement.