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Isophthalic acid

Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.

Molecular structure for Isophthalic acid

Chemical identity

English nameIsophthalic acid
English synonymsPIA;Isophthalic acid;1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid
Chinese name间苯二甲酸
Chinese synonymsPIA;1,3-苯二甲酸;异酞酸
Chemical categoryOrganic Acids
CAS No.121-91-5
EINECS No.204-506-4
Molecular formulaC8H6O4
Molecular weight166.13
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

Purity ≥99.0%; water ≤0.1%; ash ≤0.01%; color (Pt-Co) ≤20

Performance characteristics

White crystalline powder, sparingly soluble in water

Application scenarios

Unsaturated polyester resin, PET copolymer, coating resin, plasticizer