Itaconic Acid
Itaconic Acid (CAS 97-65-4) is an unsaturated dicarboxylic acid used as a comonomer in polymer and resin production. Send Inquiry
Product Description
Itaconic Acid, CAS Number: 97-65-4
Itaconic Acid, also known as Methylene Succinic Acid, is an unsaturated organic dicarboxylic acid containing a reactive carbon-carbon double bond and two carboxyl groups. It is an important bio-based chemical building block used in the production of synthetic polymers, resins, coatings and specialty chemicals.
Product Chemical Properties
Chemical Name: Itaconic Acid
Synonyms: Methylene Succinic Acid; Methylenesuccinic Acid; 2-Methylenesuccinic Acid; 2-Propene-1,2-dicarboxylic Acid
CAS Number: 97-65-4
EC Number: 202-599-6
Molecular Formula: C₅H₆O₄
Molecular Weight: 130.10 g/mol
Melting Point: Approximately 165–168°C
Solubility: Soluble in water and many polar organic solvents
Product Technical Specification
Appearance: White crystals
Color(5% water solution): 5
APHA max 5%
water solution: Colorless and transparent
Melting point: 165℃—168℃
Sulphates: 20 ppm max
Chlorides: 5 ppm max
Heavy metals(as Pb): 5 ppm max
Iron: 5 ppm max
As: 4 ppm max
Mn: 1 ppm max
Cu: 1 ppm max
Loss on drying: 0.1% max
Residue on ignition: 0.01% max
Purity: 99.70% min
Granular particle size distribution: 20-60 mesh 80% min
Applications of Itaconic Acid
Itaconic acid (CAS 97-65-4) is a bio-based unsaturated dicarboxylic acid monomer, mainly used as a key raw material to produce synthetic resins, coatings, adhesives, synthetic fibers and ion exchange resins, and also applied as a food acidulant, pharmaceutical intermediate and water treatment additive.
Packaging
25kg/bag.
Production Capacity
6000MT/year.
Storage Requirements
Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
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