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Isophthalic acid, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Isophthalic acid is used as an intermediate for high performance unsaturated polyesters, resins for coatings, high solids paints, gel coats and modifier of polyethylene terephthalate for bottles. It acts as precursors for the fire-resistant material nomex as well as used in the preparation of high-performance polymer polybenzimidazole. It is also employed as an input for the production of insulation materials.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Isophthalic acid is used as an intermediate for high performance unsaturated polyesters, resins for coatings, high solids paints, gel coats and modifier of polyethylene terephthalate for bottles. It acts as precursors for the fire-resistant material nomex as well as used in the preparation of high-performance polymer polybenzimidazole. It is also employed as an input for the production of insulation materials.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.
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Specifications
Melting Point | 344°C to 348°C (sublimation) |
Density | 1.54 |
Quantity | 1000 g |
Beilstein | 1909332 |
Merck Index | 14,5197 |
Solubility Information | Insoluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 166.13 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Chemical Name or Material | Isophthalic acid |
Safety and Handling
EINECSNumber | 204-506-4 |
RTECSNumber | NT2007000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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