ITACONIC ACID
CAS:97-65-4
Itaconic acid (chemical name: Itaconic acid, molecular form: C₅H₆O₄) is an important organic dibasic acid.
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- Appearance: Itaconic acid is a white crystalline powder or colorless liquid with an acidic odor.
- White crystalline powder, soluble in water, ethanol and other solvents.
- Melting point: 165-168℃ (decomposition). Boiling point: 379.3℃ (atmospheric pressure).
- Density: 1.573 g/mL (25℃).
- Solubility: soluble in water, ethanol, acetone, slightly soluble in benzene, ether
- Flash point: 268°C
- Functional group: contains an unsaturated double bond and two active carboxyl groups, chemically active.
- Reactivity: It can carry out various addition reactions, esterification reactions and polymerization reactions
- Polymer materials:
- Acrylic acid copolymer for weather-resistant coatings
- Plastic modification applications
- Coatings & adhesives:
- Water-based formulations for construction/automotive
- Chemical-resistant adhesives
- Textile treatment:
- Polyitaconic acid for waterproof/anti-fouling fabrics
- Food & medicine:
- Synthesis of food additives
- Pharmaceutical intermediates production
- Water treatment:
- Scale inhibition in industrial water systems
ITACONIC ACID
Itaconic acid (chemical name: Itaconic acid, molecular form: C₅H₆O₄) is an important organic dibasic acid