Maleic Anhydride (MA)
Maleic Anhydride (MA),is used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of fumaric and tartaric acid, certain agricultural chemicals, resins in numerous products, dye intermediates, and pharmaceuticals (HSDB, 1995). It is also used as a co-monomer for unsaturated polyester resins, an ingredient in bonding agents used to manufacture plywood, a corrosion inhibitor, and a preservative in oils and fats.
Principal Properties :White pelletes,
Acidic and Choking odour, Partially soluble
in Chloroform and Benzene.
Application : Used in manufacture
of Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR) Alkyd
Resins, for Varnishes, Drying Oils, Agricultural
Chemicals, and Fumaric Acid.
It is also used in production of Polyester
Resins and Copolymers, Dye Intermediate.
Derivation :Air
Oxidation of Ortho-Xylene, Benzene.
Solubility :Acetone, Alcohol, Water.
Product
Data
Grade of Purity Colour index to hazen Odour Minimum Assay Melting point Boiling point Solidification point |
99.8 wt% 20 APHA Acidic, Choking 99.5% 52-55 200° 52.4° |
