Maleic anhydride is an organic compound, in its pure state it is a colorless or white solid with a pungent odor, consisting of colorless rhombic crystals.
Dissolving in water, it turns into maleic acid, which at 200 ° C can turn into fumaric acid.
Synonyms and international names Maleic anhydride
Cis-ethylene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid anhydride; 2,5-furandione, maleic anhydride
English. spelling: cis-Butenedioic anhydride; 2,5-furandione, toxilic anhydride, MA
Application Maleic anhydride
in the production of unsaturated polyester resins;
in the production of films and synthetic fibers;
in the production of pharmaceuticals;
in the manufacture of detergents;
in the production of plasticizers;
in additives and stabilizers for fuels;
when receiving fumaric and malic acid used in the food industry;
used in the purification of aromatic hydrocarbons from sulfur-containing and nitrogen-containing substances;
in the production of chemicals for agriculture.
Used with this product:
- Benzoic acid
- TITANIUM DIOXIDE
- Propylene glycol (PG)