Maleic Anhydride Briquettes
Maleic Anhydride Briquettes – High-Purity Industrial Chemical for Resin, Coating & Additive Applications
Maleic Anhydride Briquettes are solid, high-purity organic chemical compounds widely used as raw materials and intermediates in the manufacture of unsaturated polyester resins, coatings, lubricating oil additives, and agricultural chemicals. Supplied by trusted manufacturers such as Shengyuan, Tengda, and Ningbo, these briquettes are known for their high reactivity and excellent stability during storage and handling.
With their convenient briquette form, they offer improved handling over flake or molten versions and reduced dust generation during processing.
Chemical Properties:
- Chemical Name: Maleic Anhydride
- Chemical Formula: C₄H₂O₃
- Molecular Weight: 98.06 g/mol
- Appearance: White to off-white briquettes (solid form)
- Purity: ≥ 99.5%
- Melting Point: ~52.8°C
- Boiling Point: ~202°C
- Solubility: Soluble in acetone, benzene, and slightly soluble in water
Applications:
- Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR): Primary raw material for UPR used in automotive, construction, and marine applications.
- Coatings & Paints: Used in alkyd resins and curing agents for durable coatings.
- Agricultural Chemicals: Intermediate for herbicides and pesticides.
- Lubricant Additives: Enhances viscosity and thermal stability of lubricating oils.
- Paper Sizing & Adhesives: Improves bonding properties in paper and wood adhesives.
Key Benefits:
- High Purity & Consistency: Ensures reliable chemical performance in formulation processes.
- Briquette Form: Minimizes dust, improves safety, and ease of handling.
- Highly Reactive: Enables efficient polymerization and chemical synthesis.
- Long Shelf Life: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for multiple industries, including construction, automotive, and agriculture.
Safety Considerations:
- Handling: Use appropriate PPE such as gloves, goggles, and respirators; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and inhalation of dust or fumes.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from moisture and incompatible materials (like strong bases and oxidizers).
- Toxicity: Harmful if inhaled or ingested; causes severe irritation to eyes and respiratory tract.
- Disposal: Dispose of following local environmental and hazardous waste regulations.