Phthalic Anhydride (PA)
Phthalic anhydride is an important basic organic chemical raw material used as a precipitant for manufacturing plasticizers, polyester resins, and alkyd resins. It is also widely used as a key ingredient in the production of coatings, dyes, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, saccharin, and other products.
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheets
Product Information:
| Product Name: | Phthalic Anhydride |
| CAS No.: | 85-44-9 |
| EINECS No.: | 201-607-5 |
| Appearance: | White scales or crystalline powder |
| Odor: | Odorless |
| Molecular Formula: | C8H4O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 148.1 g/mol |
| Structural Formula: | ![]() |
Product Overview and Applications:
Phthalic anhydride is an important basic organic chemical raw material used as a precipitant for manufacturing plasticizers, polyester resins, and alkyd resins. It is also widely used as a key ingredient in the production of coatings, dyes, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, saccharin, and other products.
- Plasticizers
- Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR)
- Alkyd Resins for Coatings and Varnishes
- Polyester Polyols
- Vinyl Resins
- Pigments and Dyes
- Agrochemicals
Product Specifications and Technical Requirements:
| Parameters | Technical Requirements |
| Purity, %w/w | ≥99.95 |
| Maleic Anhydride, %w/w | ≤0.05 |
| Lead, %w/w | ≤0.1 |
| Cadmium, %w/w | ≤0.01 |
| Mercury, %w/w | ≤0.1 |
| Chromium VI, %w/w | ≤0.1 |
Operating Product Precautions:
- Before use, please read the label
- No smoking, eating, or drinking
- Use only in well-ventilated areas
- Avoid all sources of ignition
- Avoid inhaling dust
- Wear protective gloves/clothing/eye protection/face protection
- Use respiratory protection to prevent inhalation of vapors
- Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Storage and Transportation:
- Store in a cool place
- Keep away from combustible materials and food
- Store locked up
Disposal:
- Preferably recycle if possible; if not recyclable, dispose of through a professional waste management company.
Packaging:
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