Adipic dihydrazide is used as a formaldehyde scavenger and reacts with formaldehyde, thereby preventing the volatilizing of formaldehyde in the air. It is also employed as a paint additive and coating additive. It is also used as an intermediate. Further, it is used for cross-linking water-based emulsions and as a hardener for certain epoxy resins, which finds application in powder coating.
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ApplicationsAdipic dihydrazide is used as a formaldehyde scavenger and reacts with formaldehyde, thereby preventing the volatilizing of formaldehyde in the air. It is also employed as a paint additive and coating additive. It is also used as an intermediate. Further, it is used for cross-linking water-based emulsions and as a hardener for certain epoxy resins, which finds application in powder coating.
SolubilitySoluble in water, alcohol and acetone.
NotesStore in a cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.