Phthalic Anhydride

• CAT Number: R039943
• CAS Number: 85-44-9
• Molecular Formula: C8H4O3
• Molecular Weight: 148.117
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 1,3-Isobenzofurandione; 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic anhydride; 1,3-Phthalandione; 2-Benzofuran-1,3-dione; Araldite HT 901; ESEN; HT 901; NSC 10431; Phthalandione; Phthalanhydride; Phthalic acid anhydride; Retarder AK; Retarder B-C; Retarder ESEN; Retarde
• Storage: 2°C to 8°C
• IUPAC Name: 2-benzofuran-1,3-dione
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H4O3/c9-7-5-3-1-2-4-6(5)8(10)11-7/h1-4H
• InChIKey: LGRFSURHDFAFJT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)OC2=O

Phthalic Anhydride (Cat.No:R039943) is a white crystalline compound commonly used in the production of plasticizers, resins, and dyes. It serves as a key ingredient in the synthesis of phthalate esters, which are widely employed in plastics manufacturing. Additionally, it finds application in coatings, pharmaceuticals, and as a chemical intermediate in various industries.