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CAS number:100-21-0
Terephthalic Acid (TA) is a white crystalline solid used extensively in pharmaceutical manufacturing especially in the production of drugs composed of large molecules. It serves as a starting material and intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutically active compounds. Specifically, its versatility makes it suitable for creating polyester drugs, polydioxanone sutures for internal surgical stitching, and bioactive polymers used in drug release systems.
Molecular formula:C8H6O4
Synonyms:1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, p-Phthalic Acid, TA
Applications
Fine Chemicals