CAS : 88-99-3
MDL : MFCD00002467
EINECS : 201-873-2
Other name :
Benzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid
Chemical Properties
Formula : C6H4(COOH)2
Formula weight : 166.13
Melting Point : 205° dec.
Flash point : 168°(334°F)
Density : 1.593
Sensitivity : Ambient temperatures.
Form : Crystalline powder
Solubility : Soluble in alcohol. Slightly soluble in water, methanol and ether. Insoluble in chloroform.
Applications
Phthalic acid is used as an active ingredient in polyesters and alkyd resins. It is also used as plasticizers for polyvinyl chloride and other polymers. It is also useful in the production of anthraquinone, phenolphthalein and phthalocyanine pigments. It serves as an organic reagent in the production of phthalates. It is used to prepare 1,3-cyclohexadiene by reduction using sodium amalgam.
Grade Specifications
Maximum level of impurities: Insoluble matter 0.05%, Residue after ignition (as SO4) 0.02%, Cl 0.001%, NO3 0.005%, SO4 0.005%, Heavy Metals (as Pb) 0.001%, Fe 0.001%, H2O 0.5%
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements : H315-H319-H335-H303Causes skin irritation.Causes serious eye irritation.May cause respiratory irritation.May be harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary Statements : P261-P305+P351+P338-P302+P352-P321-P405-P501aAvoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.Specific treatment (see label).Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Other References :
Beilstein : 608199Merck : 14,7371
| Pakage | 100g, 500g |
|---|---|
| brand | Alfa Aesar |
