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4,4' Hexafluoroisopropylidene bisphthalic acid (6-FTA) is a specialty monomer used in fluoropolymers. It is available from DuPont as a white, high-purity powder.
Sales Specification
| Property | Limit |
| Purity, % | 95.0 min. |
| Dianhydride, % | 5.0 max. |
| Water, % | 0.5 max. |
| Iron, ppm | 50 max. |
| Absorbance @ 550nm, % | 0.1 |
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Uses
6-FTA is useful as a chemical intermediate or monomer in fluorinated resins in markets including electronics and aerospace.
Typical Physical Properties*
| Property | Value |
| CAS Name | 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 4,4'-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]bis- |
| CAS Number | 3016-76-0
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| Formula | C19H10F608 |
| Molecular weight | 392 |
| Form | Powder |
| Color | White to off-white |
| Melting Point | 244 C (471 F) |
| Odor | None |
| *This table gives typical properties based on historical production performance. DuPont does not make any express or implied warranty that these products will continue to have these typical properties. |
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Handling
6-FTA may cause mild skin and eye irritation on contact. Wear as appropriate impervious gloves and other protective clothing. Refer to the MSDS for further handling information.
Packages
6-FTA is available in 45.36kg (100lb) net fiber drums.
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