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Cellulose acetate
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Cellulose acetate |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | CA;Cellulose acetate;Acetyl cellulose |
| Chinese name | 醋酸纤维素 |
| Chinese synonyms | CA;乙酸纤维素;纤维素乙酸酯 |
| Chemical category | Polymer Additives |
| CAS No. | 9004-35-7 |
| EINECS No. | Not provided |
| Molecular formula | (C10H16O8)n |
| Molecular weight | Not provided |
PubChem structure images are reference depictions, not proof of composition, purity, grade, or regulatory status. Mixtures and polymers may not have a single representative structure.
Technical indicators
Acetyl content according to grade (e.g. 38–40%); viscosity according to grade; moisture ≤5.0%
Performance characteristics
White powder or flakes, good film-forming, transparency and toughness
Application scenarios
Textile fibers, cigarette filters, photographic film, coatings, plastics