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L-G13

PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE
( EX ISIPINGO )

Chemical name 1,3 - isobenzofurandione

Chemical formula C6H4(CO)2O

Molecular Mass 148.11

Appearance White lustrous needles or flakes, free flowing, and free from dirt and
other impurities.

Properties
Purity % m/m Phthalic Anhydride 99,5 (Min)

Colour of molten material Hazen 50 (Max)

Colour Stability Hazen Units, 90 mins 200 (Max)

at 250°C
Solidification Point °C 130.5 (Min)

Free Acidity % m/m Phthalic Acid 0,5 (Max)

Ash % m/m 0,005 (Max)

Iron content % m/m 0.0003 Max)

Oxidizable Matter % m/m Maleic Anhydride 0,2 (Max)

Solubility (water ) Slightly soluble ( 620-640

mg/100g) at 20 °C (slowly
hydrolyses)

Solubility ( solvents ) Very soluble in acetone,

tetrahydrofuran and pyridine ;
moderately soluble in ethyl
acetate, methyl ethyl ketone and
formic acid, slightly soluble in
ethanol ( reacts slowly), diethyl
ether, benzene, carbon disulfide,
carbon tetrachloride,
cyclohexane and xylene.

Properties

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Boiling point °C at 101.3 kPa 284.5 (sublimes)

Melting point °C 130.5

Flash point ( cc) °C 152

Vapour Pressure kPa at 20 °C 2.66 x 10(-5)

mmHg @ 20 °C 2.0 x 10(-4)

Vapour Density 5.10 ( air=1)

Industrial Applications Phthalic Anhydride is used as an intermediate in the manufacture of

plasticisors, phthalates, phthaleins, benzoic acid, paints, polyester resins,
dyes, pharmaceuticals

Handling and Storage Phthalic Anhydride should be stored in a cool, dry place, and the
containers must be kept closed.

Precautions In contact Phthalic Anhydride causes conjunctivitis , cornea damage,

nausea, headaches, pulmonary edema and dermatitis. Adequate
ventilation must be provided. Protective clothing, chemical goggles,
gloves and if necessary gas mask should be worn when handling the
material.

Shelf Life 1 Year from date of production

Packaging Bags (multiply paper bags) 25 Kg ( 40 bags per pallet )

Bulk bags 500 Kg
Bulk - molten Road tankers

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