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Adipic acid
Adipic acid is a white crystalline dicarboxylic acid used primarily in the production of nylon-6,6 and polyurethanes. It is also used in food additives and plasticizers. CAS: 124-04-9, Molecular Formula: C6H10O4, Molecular Weight: 146.14 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Adipic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Adipic acid is a white crystalline dicarboxylic acid used primarily in the production of nylon-6,6 and polyurethanes. It is also used in food additives and plasticizers. CAS: 124-04-9, Molecular Formula: C6H10O4, Molecular Weight: 146.14 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Adipic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Water | ≤0.20% |
| Ash | ≤5 ppm |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99.8% |
| Iron | ≤0.50 ppm |
| Colour Apha | ≤5 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 124-04-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H10O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 146.14 |
| SMILES | C(CCC(=O)O)CC(=O)O |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171210 |
| Tariff Code | 2917120010 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is adipic acid used for?
Adipic acid is primarily used in the production of nylon-6,6 and polyurethanes, as well as in food and pharmaceutical applications as an acidulant.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of adipic acid?
The formula is C6H10O4 with a molecular weight of 146.14 g/mol.
How should adipic acid be stored?
Adipic acid should be stored at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.
What grade of adipic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies adipic acid in technical grade; custom grades are available upon request.
Can Molekula supply adipic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply adipic acid in bulk quantities; please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of adipic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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