Terephthalic acid is used in the metal organic frame works. Terephthalic acid is used primarily to make polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins and fibers, polyester fibers, films, polyethylene terephthalate solid-state resins and polyethylene terephthalate engineering resins.
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ApplicationsTerephthalic acid is used in the metal organic frame works. Terephthalic acid is used primarily to make polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins and fibers, polyester fibers, films, polyethylene terephthalate solid-state resins and polyethylene terephthalate engineering resins.
Solubilityslightly soluble in water (0,017 g/L at 25°C)
NotesStore in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. It should be stored and used in molten form.