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BISPHENOL-A

CAS:80-05-7

Bisphenol A (BPA) is an important organic chemical raw material

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BISPHENOL-A

Bisphenol A (C₁₅H₁₆O₂) is a diphenylmethane derivative serving as a crucial monomer in advanced polymer synthesis. This dihydroxy compound exhibits unique stereochemical properties enabling diverse macromolecular architectures.

Technical Specifications

  • Appearance: White needle crystal or flake powder, with a slight odor of phenol.
  • Melting point: pure products 155-158℃, industrial products 150-152℃.
  • Boiling point: 250-252℃ (1.733 kPa).
  • Density: 1.195 g/mL (25/25℃).
  • Flash point: 79.4 ° C.
  • Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, acetone, ether, benzene and dilute lye, slightly soluble in carbon tetrachloride, almost insoluble in water.
    Functional group: contains two phenol hydroxyl groups, chemical properties are active, the ortho-position of the hydroxyl group is very active, easy to be nitrated, halogenated, vulcanized, alkylation, etc.
  • Reactivity: BPA will decompose at high temperatures (180 ° C)

Applications

  • High-performance polymers:
    • Polycarbonate:
      • Optical grade: Blu-ray discs, AR coatings
      • Medical: Hemodialysis membranes
    • Polysulfones:
      • Aerospace composites
      • Sterilizable medical devices
  • Advanced epoxy systems:
    • Electronics:
      • Underfill encapsulation (flip-chip)
      • PCB laminate dielectrics
    • Composite:
      • Wind turbine blade matrices
      • Ballistic protection materials
  • Specialty derivatives:
    • Flame retardants:
      • Tetrabromobisphenol-A (TBBPA)
      • Phosphorus-containing analogs
    • Polyarylate:
      • LCD backlight modules
      • Laser welding applications

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