Phthalic Anhydride (98,5%) - Thailand

Origin: Thailand
CAS Number: 85-44-9
HS Code: 2917.35.00

IUPAC Name: 2-benzofuran-1,3-dione
Molecular Formula: C8H4O3
Synonyms & Trade Names: Phthalic anhydride; PA; Isobenzofuran-1,3-dione; 1,3-Isobenzofurandione
Purity / Assay (%): 98.5% min
Grade / Quality Level: Industrial Grade
Physical Form: Solid

Concentration: Pure substance
Appearance / Color: White to off-white solid
Odor: Choking, acrid
Melting Point (°C): 131.0000
Boiling Point (°C): 295
Density (g/cm³): 1.5300
Solubility in Water: Reacts with water
Signal Word: Danger
UN Number: 2214
GHS Hazard Class: Acute toxic; Skin corrosive; Respiratory sensitizer
H-Statements: H302|H314|H317|H332|H334
P-Statements: P260|P264|P271|P272|P273|P280|P284|P301+P330+P331
REACH Status: Registered
Drug Precursor Status: Non-precursor
Storage Class (GHS): 8
Storage Conditions: Dry; away from moisture; sealed
MOQ: 20000
Unit: kg

Industries

Paint, Ink and Coatings Plastic and Polymers

Technical Document

Description:
Phthalic anhydride is the organic compound with the formula C6H4(CO)2O. It is the anhydride of phthalic acid. Phthalic anhydride is a principal commercial form of phthalic acid. It was the first anhydride of a dicarboxylic acid to be used commercially. This white solid is an important industrial chemical, especially for the large-scale production of plasticizers for plastics. In 2000, the worldwide production volume was estimated to be about 3 million tonnes per year.