Its primary use is as a raw material for Nylon 66 and engineering plastics. The second is for the production of various ester products, used as plasticizers and advanced lubricants. In addition, adipic acid is also used as a raw material for polyurethane elastomers, an acidifying agent for various foods and beverages, which sometimes outperforms citric acid and tartaric acid. Adipic acid is also a raw material for medicine, yeast purification, pesticides, adhesives, synthetic leather, synthetic dyes and fragrances.
Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
Boiling Point | 338.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
Melting Point | 151-154 °C(lit.) |
Molecular Formula | C6H10O4 |
Molecular Weight | 146.141 |
Flash Point | 196 ºC |
Exact Mass | 146.057907 |
PSA | 74.60000 |
LogP | 0.08 |
Vapor density | 5 (vs air) |
Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.6 mmHg at 25°C |
Index of Refraction | 1.476 |
Stability | Stable. Substances to be avoided include ammonia, strong oxidizing agents. |
Water Solubility | 1.44 g/100 mL (15 ºC) |
