Description

Tricarballylic Acid CAS NO 99-14-9 is a white, crystalline tricarboxylic acid, also known as 1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid. This versatile organic acid is valued for its ability to act as a chelating agent and building block in complex chemical syntheses. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and fine chemical industries seeking a reliable intermediate for producing specialty compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a cross-linking agent and monomer for creating specialty polyesters and alkyd resins with enhanced properties.
• Chelating Agent: Used in formulations to bind metal ions, finding applications in water treatment, cleaning products, and certain agricultural chemicals.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: An important building block for producing complex esters, plasticizers, and other high-value organic compounds.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for chemical studies and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tricarballylic Acid
CAS No.	99-14-9
Molecular Formula	C6H8O6
Molecular Weight	176.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic Acid; Propane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic Acid; Carballylic Acid; Tricarballylate; TCA; 3-Carboxyglutaric Acid; Allyltricarboxylic Acid
EINECS	202-734-0

Quality Control

Our Tricarballylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance for your applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	156°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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