Maleic Anhydride

CAS# 108-31-6

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Property

  • Appearance
  • Color, Molten
  • Color, Heat Stability (2 hrs. @ 140 °C)
  • Freezing Point
  • Assay
  • Acid (Maleic Acid)
  • Iron (Fe)
  • Ash

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  • °C
  • wt %
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  • ppm
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Specification

  • Clear Molten Liquid
  • 20 Maximum
  • 40 Maximum
  • 52.5 Minimum
  • 99.5 Minimum
  • 0.20 Minimum
  • 1.0 Maximum
  • 15.0 Maximum

Application

Maleic Anhydride is a chemical intermediate used in the production of alkyd resins for paints and coatings and unsaturated polyester resins used for fiberglass. It is also used in the production of agricultural chemicals, lubricant additives, copolymers, and plasticizers. The chemical reactivity of maleic anhydride make it a versatile intermediate in a whole range of other applications ranging from food additives to epoxy curing.

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Technical

Packaging

ChemCeed offers this product packaged in 25 kg bags or supersack quantities. Please inquire about custom packaging.

Synonyms

Furan-2,5-dione, 2,5-Furandione

Molecular Formula

C4H2O3

Market Segment

AgroChemicals, Paint & Coatings, Plasticizers

Product Uses

Alkyd Resin, Epoxy Curing Agent, Pesticides, Preservative