Phthalic Anhydride
Phthalic anhydride is an organic compound with the formula C₆H₄(CO)₂O. It's a key industrial chemical, primarily used as a precursor to phthalate esters, which are widely used as plasticizers in PVC plastics.
Properties and Uses
- Appearance: Colorless to white crystalline solid.
- Odor: Mild, distinctive odor.
- Uses:
- Primarily in the production of phthalate esters for plasticizers.
- Used in the manufacturing of dyes, alkyd resins, and other chemicals.
- Found in some paints, coatings, and adhesives.
