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CAS No.: | 97-65-4 |
Formula: | C5h6o4 |
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Basic Information
Product Name: Itaconic Acid
CAS Number: 97-65-4
Molecular Formula: C5H6O4
Molecular Weight: 130.10 g/mol
IUPAC Name: 2-Methylidenebutanedioic Acid
Appearance: White crystalline powder or colorless crystals.
Melting Point: ~165-168 °C (decomposes upon heating).
Solubility: Highly soluble in water (~50 g/100 mL at 20 °C), ethanol, and acetone; slightly soluble in ether.
Odor: Odorless in its pure form.
Applications
Polymer Industry:
Resins and Coatings: Used in the synthesis of polyesters, polyamides, and acrylic resins for paints, adhesives, and textiles.
Plastics: Improves the flexibility and heat resistance of polymers (e.g., in PVC modifiers).
Textiles and Dyes:
As a cross-linking agent in synthetic fibers to enhance dye absorption and fabric durability.
Biodegradable Materials:
Used in producing biodegradable plastics and polymers for packaging and medical applications.
Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics:
Intermediate in synthesizing drugs and cosmetic additives (e.g., humectants or emulsifiers).
Surfactants and Dispersants:
Its esters act as surfactants in detergents and agricultural formulations.
Safety and Handling
Hazards:
Dust may irritate the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
Non-toxic in low concentrations, but direct contact with concentrated solutions should be avoided.
Precautions:
Wear protective gloves and goggles in industrial settings.
Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizers.
Regulatory Status: Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for specific industrial uses, but compliance with regional regulations (e.g., EU REACH, US EPA) is required.
Liquid products | Drum of 5kg ,10 kg ,25 kg ,50 kg 200 kg ,250 kg . 1000 kg IBC drum. TANK with 20 tons ,25 tons . |
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Qingdao Jinyu Chemical Co., LTD,which is located in Qingdao City, China, with registered capital of RMB 10 million, is a dynamic chemical import and export enterprise with customer demand as its own responsibility. The founder has been engaged in the chemical industry for more than 20 years. With professional technical and marketing personnel, diversified cooperative factories with synthetic technology and efficient logistics management, we provide services to customers all over the world. After years of hard work, we have selected a number of excellent chemical production cooperative enterprises in China. These enterprises have their own advantages in different chemical synthesis fields. They have passed the strict inspection of suppliers by many customers and formed a long-term and stable strategic partnership with customers. With our partners' excellent equipment, well-trained employees and mature technology, we also continue to provide customers with more products.