Lab Chemical
GLUTARIC ACID FOR SYNTHESIS
Product code RXSOL-60-6604-639
GLUTARIC ACID FOR SYNTHESIS
Description
Glutaric acid can be prepared by the ring-opening of butyrolactone with potassium cyanide to give the mixed potassium carboxylate-nitrile that is hydrolyzed to the diacid.
Application
Application
Layman's explanation: Glutaric acid is a colorless liquid and white crystals as a solid occurring in plants and animal tissues. It is used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate for the manufacture of polymers such as polyamides and polyesters, ester plasticizers and corrosion inhibitors.