Description Adipic acid is the organic compound with the formula (CH2)4(COOH)2. From an industrial perspective, it is the most important dicarboxylic acid: About 2.5 billion kilograms of this white crystalline powder are produced annually, mainly as a precursor for the production of nylon. Adipic acid otherwise rarely occurs in nature. Basic Info Chemical Name adipic acid Synonyms Adipic acid; Acinetten; 1,6-Hexanedioic acid; hexane-1,6-dicarboxylic acid; Acifloctin; Expand CAS No. 124-04-9 Molecular Formula C6H10O4 Molecular Weight 146.14100 PSA 74.60000 LogP 0.71600 Properties Appearance & Physical State White crystalline powder. Density 1.36 g/cm3 Boiling Point 337ºC Melting Point 151-154ºC(lit.) Flash Point 196ºC Refractive Index 1.439 Water Solubility 1.44 g/100 mL (15 ºC) Stability Stable. Substances to be avoided include ammonia, strong oxidizing agents. Storage Condition Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from strong bases. Vapor Density 5 (vs air) Vapor Pressure 1 mm Hg ( 159.5 °C) |