Phthalic Anhydride

Phthalic Anhydride, the cyclic carboxylic anhydride of ophthalmic acid, manifests as colorless to white, lustrous solid needles with a mild distinctive odor. This crucial industrial chemical is particularly significant for the large-scale production of plasticizers for plastics.

Properties Of Phthalic Anhydride

Molten Color	10-15 APHA
Stability Color	30-35 APHA
Solidification Point	131.00 °C
Appearance	White Flake
Purity	99.90 %

Applications of Phthalic Anhydride

• Plasticizers: Phthalic anhydride is a key raw material in the production of phthalate ester plasticizers, such as diethyl phthalate (DEP), dimethyl phthalate (DMP), and dioctyl phthalate (DOP). These plasticizers are used to impart flexibility, durability, and elasticity to PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and other polymers in applications such as flooring, cables, automotive parts, and packaging.
• Polyester Resins: It is used in the synthesis of alkyd resins and unsaturated polyester resins, which are widely used in coatings, paints, adhesives, and fiberglass-reinforced plastics (FRP) in the construction, automotive, marine, and aerospace industries.
• Phthalocyanine Dyes: Phthalic anhydride is a precursor in the synthesis of phthalocyanine dyes, which are used as colorants in textiles, printing inks, plastics, and coatings.
• Flame Retardants: It is used in the production of flame retardants, such as tetrabromophthalic anhydride (TBPA), which are added to plastics, textiles, and electronics to reduce the flammability and improve fire resistance.
• Pharmaceuticals: Phthalic anhydride derivatives, such as phthalimide and phthalamic acid, are used as intermediates in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Intermediates: It serves as an intermediate in the production of various organic compounds, including phthalate esters, phthalimides, phthalate anhydrides, and phthalonitriles, which find applications in diverse industries.

Packaging Options

• Drums

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