Maleic anhydride

The maleic anhydride market is stable, with minimal price fluctuations. Maleic anhydride manufacturers are mainly concentrated in the Shandong region. Maleic anhydride, also known as dehydrated malic anhydride, cis-butenedioic anhydride, or maleic anhydride, is the anhydride of maleic acid. At room temperature, it appears as a white crystalline solid with a strong pungent odor and has the chemical formula C₄H₂O₃.

Density: 1.484 g/cm³

Melting point: 51-56°C

Boiling point: 202°C

Flash point: 103.3°C

Uses:

Primarily used as a raw material in the production of unsaturated polyester resins, alkyd resins, high-efficiency low-toxicity pesticide 4049, long-acting sulfonamides, and more.