Acetic Acid

Acetic acid is primarily used as a raw material for the manufacture of vinyl acetate (VAM). It is used as a reaction promoter in terephthalic acid production and is also a raw material for cellulose acetate, acetate esters, acetic anhydride, chloroacetic acid and a wide range of industrial synthesis. Also interesting is in the most common form, vinegar, contains about 6% of the acid making this a unique ingredient used heavily in chemical processing and in every day life.

Synonyms
E260, Ethanoic acid, Methane Carboxylic Acid, Methanecarboxylic Acid
Chemical Formula
C2H4O2
CAS Number
64-19-7

Characteristics

Molar Weight
60.052 g/mol
Melting Point
16.6 °C
Boiling Point
117.9 °C
Flash Point
40°C
Density
1.049 g/cc
Forms
Liquid (clear), Colourless

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Dyes
  • Food and Nutrition
  • Absorbent
  • Food additive
  • Adhesives and Sealants
  • Solvents
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Agricultural (non-pesticide)

Industries

  • Pharma
  • Energy Services
  • Cleaning
  • CASE & Construction
  • Polymers
  • Beauty & Personal Care
  • Water Treatment
  • Food & Nutrition
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Agriculture
  • Lubricants
  • Rubber