Description

Adipic Acid is a high-purity, white crystalline dicarboxylic acid essential for the production of nylon 6,6 polyamide. Its consistent quality and reliable performance make it a critical raw material for creating durable, high-strength polymers and specialty chemicals. This compound is indispensable for manufacturers in the polymer, resin, food additive, and pharmaceutical intermediate industries seeking a stable and versatile building block.

Application

• Nylon 6,6 Production: The primary industrial use as a monomer for synthesizing nylon 6,6 fiber and engineering plastics.
• Polyurethane Resins: Used as a chain extender and raw material in the manufacture of flexible and rigid polyurethane foams, elastomers, and coatings.
• Food Additives: Employed as an acidulant and leavening agent in food products, often in the form of its salts (e.g., sodium adipate).
• Plasticizers: Serves as a precursor for adipate ester plasticizers, such as dioctyl adipate (DOA), used to improve the flexibility of PVC and other polymers.
• Synthetic Lubricants & Esters: A key intermediate in producing complex esters for synthetic lubricants and functional fluids.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and controlled-release drug formulations.
• Adhesives & Sealants: A component in formulations for high-performance adhesives and sealants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Adipic Acid
CAS No.	124-04-9
Molecular Formula	C6H10O4
Molecular Weight	146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexanedioic Acid; 1,4-Butanedicarboxylic Acid; Adilactetten; Acifloctin; Adi-Pure; NSC 146; UNII-76A0JE0FKJ; Kyselina adipova
EINECS	204-673-3

Quality Control

Our Adipic Acid is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, color, and physical properties. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to guarantee compliance with your application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 99.5%
Melting Point	151.5 - 153.5 °C
Water (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.2%
Ash Content	≤ 0.002%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 2 ppm
Nitric Acid (as HNO3)	≤ 10 ppm
Color (APHA)	≤ 10

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.