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Isophthalic Acid | 121-91-5

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Isophthalic Acid | 121-91-5

CAS No:
121-91-5
Application:
Polyester Resin & Engineering Plastics, PVC & Vinyl-Based Applications, Adhesives & Laminated Products, Coatings & Emulsion Systems
Form:
Powder
Molecular Formula:
C8H6O4
Molecular Weight:
166.13
Melting Point:
341 - 343 °C
Solubility:
Dmso (slightly), Methanol (slightly, Heated)
Manufacturing Country:
India
Synonyms:
M-phthalic Acid, Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid, Meta-phthalic AcidM-phthalic Acid, Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid, Meta-phthalic AcidM-phthalic Acid, Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid, Meta-phthalic Acid

Isophthalic Acid MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) or Specification

Chemtom is a leading supplier and exporter of Isophthalic Acid (CAS 121-91-5) from India, serving plastics, polymer, rubber, tyre and adhesive manufacturers worldwide with consistent quality and dependable bulk supply.

What is Isophthalic Acid?

Isophthalic Acid is a thermoplastic polymer material used in thermoplastics & thermosetting polymer resins applications. It offers good processability, toughness and recyclability for moulded and extruded products. It has a molecular formula of C8H6O4 and a molecular weight of 166.13 g/mol and is supplied as a powder.

Also known as: M-phthalic Acid, Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid, Meta-phthalic Acid, M-phthalic Acid, Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid, Meta-phthalic Acid, M-phthalic Acid, Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid, Meta-phthalic Acid.

Technical Specifications:

  • • CAS Number: 121-91-5
  • • Molecular Formula: C8H6O4
  • • Molecular Weight: 166.13 g/mol
  • • Physical Form: Powder
  • • Melting Point: 341 - 343 °C
  • • Solubility: Dmso (slightly), Methanol (slightly, Heated)

Key Applications of Isophthalic Acid:

  • • Polyester Resin & Engineering Plastics
  • • PVC & Vinyl-Based Applications
  • • Adhesives & Laminated Products
  • • Coatings & Emulsion Systems

Benefits:

  • • Works as a thermoplastic polymer material that offers good processability, toughness and recyclability for moulded and extruded products
  • • Good compatibility with common polymers, resins, rubbers and processing additives
  • • Helps manufacturers achieve consistent batch-to-batch performance

Industries We Serve:

  • • Plastic and polymer processors
  • • Rubber and tyre manufacturers
  • • Masterbatch and compounding units
  • • Adhesive, sealant and coating producers
  • • Distributors and bulk buyers

Why Buy Isophthalic Acid from Chemtom?

  • • Quality Assured: Every batch is checked for purity and specification compliance
  • • Complete Documentation: COA, MSDS/SDS and TDS available on request
  • • Flexible Packaging: Bags, drums, HDPE containers and customised pack sizes for trial and bulk orders
  • • Global Reach: Prompt dispatch across India and reliable export logistics
  • • Competitive Pricing: Bulk and repeat-order pricing tailored to your volume

Contact Chemtom today for Isophthalic Acid price, samples and technical support.

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Isophthalic Acid | 121-91-5 (Origin: India)