Molekula
Adipic acid
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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 at ≥99.8% purity in 1 kg and 5 kg packs, from £31.56 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 6 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
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1 kg — £26.30 per pack ex VAT · £31.56 inc. VAT
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5 kg — £77.60 per pack ex VAT · £93.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤5 |
| Water | ≤0.20% |
| Ash | ≤5 ppm |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99.8% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.50 ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White monoclinic prisms |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 151.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 338 °C |
| Density | 1.360 g/cm³ at 25 °C |
| Water Solubility | 30 g/L at 30 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in water. Freely soluble in ethanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 10 Pa at 18.5 °C |
| pKa | pKa1 = 4.43 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.08 |
Source: PubChem CID 196 (HSDB, ICSC, EU Food Improvement Agents)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 25163734 |
| CAS Number | 124-04-9 |
| IUPAC Name | hexanedioic acid |
| EC Number | 204-673-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H10O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 146.14 |
| Exact Mass | 146.0579 |
| SMILES | C(CCC(=O)O)CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | WNLRTRBMVRJNCN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H10O4/c7-5(8)3-1-2-4-6(9)10/h1-4H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10) |
| PubChem CID | 196 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171210 |
| Tariff Code | 2917120010 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 1,4-Butanedicarboxylic acid
- 1,6-Hexanedioic acid
- Acifloctin
- Acinetten
- Adilactetten
- Adipinic acid
- FEMA No. 2011
- hexanedioic acid
- Kyselina adipova
- Molten adipic acid
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 as a white crystalline powder with an assay of at least 99.8%, water content of no more than 0.20%, ash of no more than 5 ppm and iron of no more than 0.50 ppm; 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.
Where can I buy Adipic acid?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Adipic acid in 1 kg and 5 kg packs from £31.56 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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