1,8-Naphthalic Anhydride

1,8-Naphthalic Anhydride is a powder used in chemical manufacturing and textile manufacturing, particularly in chemical synthesis processes. It serves as a crosslinking agent and intermediate, enhancing chemical stability, mechanical strength, and heat resistance in materials. This compound is crucial in improving the performance of epoxies (EP) and other plastics and elastomers.

Chemical Name: 1,8-Naphthalic Anhydride

CAS Number: 81-84-5

Chemical Family: Carboxylic Anhydrides

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Epoxies (EP)

Synonyms: 1,8-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid anhydride, 1,8-Naphthalenedicarboxylic anhydride, 1,8-Naphthalic acid anhydride, 1,8-Naphthanoic anhydride, 1,8-Naphthoic anhydride, 1H,3H-Naphtho[1,8-cd]pyran-1,3-dione, Naphthalene-2,6-dicarboxylic acid anhydride, Naphthalic anhydride, NSC 5747

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    Characteristics
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Alkali Insolublesmax. 0.2%-
    Area Indexmax. 10%-
    Ash Contentmax. 1%-
    Melting Point272 - 274°C-
    Puritymin. 98%-