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Purified Isophthalic Acid
PIA reacts with various chemical compounds, forming esters, amides, salts, acid chlorides, and various intermediates. It is used in polyethylene resins, and has various other uses, in unsaturated polyesters, engineering plastics, paints, coatings, adhesives, etc.
| Other names | Purified isophthalic acid, 1,3-benzene dicarboxylic acid |
|---|---|
| Single chemical substance or composite | Single chemical substance |
| Chemical formula | C6H4(COOH)2 |
| Cas No. | 121-91-5 |
| Industrial Safety and Health Act No. | (Disclosed) |
Physical properties
| External appearance | White, odorless, crystalline powder |
|---|---|
| Purity (wt, %) | At least 99.9% |
| Boiling point (°C) | 119 - 121 |
| Melting point (°C) | 345 - 348 |
| Flash point (°C) | 329 (estimated value) |
Specific gravity |
1.53 |
Hazard category
GHS classification standards not applicable.
Principal uses
- Polyester modification
- Paints and coatings
- Adhesives
Product specifications
- Flexible containers
- 25-kg paper sacks