Terephthalic Acid
CAS No:100-21-0
Synonyms: Acide terephtalique
Molecular Fomula: C8H6O4
Molecular weight: 166.13
Appearance: White Powder
Terephthalic Acid CAS 100-21-0
Description
Terephthalic Acid
Quick Details
Product Name: Terephthalic acid
CAS No: 100-21-0
Synonyms: Acide terephtalique
Molecular Fomula: C8H6O4
Molecular weight: 166.13
Appearance: White Powder
Typical Properties
| Item | Specifications | Results |
| Appearance | White Powder | White Powder |
| DMF Color (5g/100mL) | ≤10 | 5 |
| Acid Value，mgKOH/g | 675±2 | 674.6 |
| Ignition Residue，mg/kg | ≤6 | 1 |
| Total Heavy Metals，mg/kg | ≤3 | 0.1 |
| Iron，mg/kg | ≤1 | 0.05 |
| p-Carboxybenzaldehyde (4-CBA)，mg/kg | ≤25 | 12 |
| p-Toluic Acid (p-TA)，mg/kg | ≤150 | 137 |
| Moisture，%(w/w) | ≤0.2 | 0.10 |
| ΔY | ≤10 | 1 |
| b* Value | Report | 0.98 |
| Average Particle Size，μm | Report | 129 |
| >250μm，%(v/v) | Report | 15.4 |
| <45μm，%(v/v) | Report | 12.0 |
| Conclusion | Conforms with the enterprise standard | |
Usage
Used as the primary raw material for producing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin.
Applied in manufacturing polyester fibers (e.g., Dacron, polyester staple fiber) for textiles and non-woven fabrics.
Utilized to make polyester films (such as Mylar) for packaging, electronics, and industrial applications.
Employed in producing polyester bottles and containers for beverages, food, and daily necessities.
Used in the synthesis of engineering plastics, coatings, and adhesives.
Package
200kg/drum.
Storage
Keep the area well-ventilated and dry, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures.