Purified Terephthalic Acid
Product Description
Purified terephthalic acid (PTA) is a chemical compound with various industrial and commercial applications.
Product:
Purified Terephthalic Acid
CAS:
100-21-0
Synonym:
1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid
Structure:
Typical Characteristics
Appearance
White crystals or powder
Density
1.51 g/cm3
Melting point
>300 °C
Molecular Weight
166.13
Odor
Odorless
Purity
98%
Refractive index
1.5100
Uses, Applications & Markets
Key applications
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We Offer Purified Terephthalic Acid
in various grades
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Purified Terephthalic Acid used in many
industry applications
Purified terephthalic acid (PTA) is a chemical compound with various industrial and commercial applications. Here are some of its uses:
- Polyester Production: Purified terephthalic acid is a key raw material in the production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin. PET resin is widely used in the manufacture of fibers for textiles, bottles for packaging, and films for various applications.
- Textile Industry: PTA is used in the textile industry for the production of polyester fibers and fabrics. Polyester textiles are known for their durability, wrinkle resistance, and ease of care, making them suitable for a wide range of clothing and home textile products.
- Bottle Manufacturing: It is used in the production of PET bottles and containers for packaging beverages, food products, personal care items, and household chemicals. PET bottles offer lightweight, shatter-resistant packaging solutions with excellent barrier properties.
- Engineering Plastics: PTA is used in the production of engineering plastics such as polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). These plastics are used in automotive components, electrical appliances, and consumer goods due to their strength, stiffness, and chemical resistance.
- Coatings and Adhesives: It is used in the formulation of coatings, adhesives, and sealants for various industrial and consumer applications. PTA-based coatings provide corrosion resistance, weatherability, and aesthetic appeal to metal and plastic surfaces.
- Film Production: PTA is used in the production of polyester films for packaging, electrical insulation, and graphic arts applications. Polyester films offer high tensile strength, optical clarity, and dimensional stability, making them suitable for diverse film applications.
- Automotive Components: It is used in the production of automotive components such as bumpers, fenders, and interior trim panels. PTA-based materials offer lightweight, impact-resistant solutions for vehicle design and manufacturing.
- Construction Materials: PTA is used in the production of construction materials such as roofing membranes, pipes, and insulation. Polyester-based materials offer durability, weather resistance, and thermal insulation properties for building applications.
- Industrial Fibers: It is used in the production of industrial fibers for applications such as geotextiles, automotive textiles, and filtration media. PTA-based fibers offer strength, abrasion resistance, and chemical stability in demanding environments.
- Recycling: PTA can be recycled from post-consumer PET products through chemical depolymerization processes. Recycled PTA can be used to produce new PET resin, reducing the environmental impact of plastic waste.