Industrial Chemicals

Acetic Anhydride

Acetic anhydride, a colourless liquid with a strong acetic odour, widely used as an acetylating agent in chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis.

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Industrial Chemicals
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Sample · Drum · IBC · Bulk
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Product description

Acetic anhydride is a colourless, mobile liquid with a pungent, acetic-acid-like smell. It is a highly reactive acid anhydride that readily transfers acetyl groups to alcohols, amines and phenols, reacting with water to form acetic acid.

Common applications include:

  • Acetylation reagent for pharmaceuticals and intermediates
  • Manufacture of cellulose acetate and acetate fibres
  • Production of dyes, fragrances and specialty esters

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