Maleic Anhydride
Maleic anhydride, in its pure state, is a colorless or white solid. It is soluble in water, acetone, alcohol, and dioxane. It comes in multiple forms like rods, flakes, lumps, briquettes, and molten.Product Details |
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Formula: |
C4H2O3 |
CAS Number: |
108-31-6 |
Also Known As: |
2,5-Furandione; Maleic acid anhydride; Butenedioic anhydride; Toxilic anhydride; 2,5-dioxofuran |
Structure: |
applications:
Maleic anhydride is used in polyester resins, the manufacture of fumaric and tartaric acid, pesticides and fungicides, preservative for oils and fats, and textiles.Typical Specifications
Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.
Appearance |
Colorless or white solid |
Boiling Point, °C |
200 |
Density, g/cm3 |
1.48 |
Flash Point, °C |
102 |
Melting point, °C |
51 - 56 |
Molecular weight, g/mol |
98.06 |
Odor |
Pungent odor |
Purity, % |
99.5 |
Refractive index, n20/D |
1.554 |
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