Maleic Acid is an unsaturated dicarboxylic acid widely used across industrial, polymer, and chemical intermediate applications. It appears as a white crystalline solid and is valued for its reactivity in resin systems and synthesis processes. The compound is commonly utilized in the production of resins, coatings, and specialty chemicals where controlled functionality and strong chemical performance are required.
Chemical Name: Maleic Acid
CAS Number: 110-16-7
Molecular Formula: C4H4O4
Molecular Weight: 116.07 g/mol
Chemical Family: Unsaturated dicarboxylic acid
Appearance: White crystalline solid
◦ Cis-butenedioic acid
◦ Maleinic acid
◦ 2-Butenedioic acid (cis)
◦ Toxilic acid
◦ Maleic acid anhydride precursor acid
Maleic Acid is commonly associated with:
◦ Unsaturated polyester resin production
◦ Alkyd resin and coating systems
◦ Chemical intermediate manufacturing
◦ Plasticizer and additive production
◦ Agricultural and specialty chemical synthesis
Application requirements vary by process and formulation.
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