C3H8SO3

C3H8SO3 is the chemical formula for propane-1-sulfonic acid. It is an organosulfur compound and a sulfonic acid. Propane-1-sulfonic acid is a colorless liquid at room temperature and is soluble in water. Its structure consists of a three-carbon propane chain with a sulfonic acid group (-SO3H) attached to the first carbon atom.

This compound can be synthesized through various chemical reactions, often involving the oxidation of propane-1-thiol or the reaction of propane-1-sulfinate salts with oxidizing agents. Propane-1-sulfonic acid is a strong acid due to the presence of the sulfonic acid functional group. It can undergo typical reactions of sulfonic acids, such as salt formation with bases and esterification.

While not as commonly encountered as some other sulfonic acids, propane-1-sulfonic acid has found applications in certain niche areas. It can be used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other organic compounds. Its acidic properties may also lend themselves to uses in catalysis or as a component in specialized formulations. Research into its properties and potential applications continues.