tereftaalihappo
Tereftaalihappo, known in English as terephthalic acid, is an aromatic dicarboxylic acid used primarily as a monomer in polyester polymers. Its chemical formula is C8H6O4 and its IUPAC name is benzene-1,4-dicarboxylic acid. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid and has a high melting point. It is sparingly soluble in water and more soluble in certain organic solvents.
Industrial production of terephthalic acid is based on the catalytic oxidation of para-xylene with air. The
The principal use of terephthalic acid is as a monomer for the production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET),
Safety and handling guidelines for terephthalic acid emphasize basic laboratory hygiene; it can cause irritation to