Tetrapropenylsuccinic Anhydride (mixture of branched chain isomers) CAS 26544-38-7

What is Tetrapropenylsuccinic Anhydride CAS 26544-38-7?

Tetrapropenylsuccinic Anhydride (mixture of branched chain isomers) CAS 26544-38-7 is a branched anhydride compound featuring multiple propene substituents on a succinic anhydride core. It functions as a hardener for epoxy resins, an acid anhydride curing agent, and a reactive building block in the production of surfactants and other specialty chemicals. Its branched structure and anhydride reactivity make it suitable for modifying polymer networks and facilitating esterification and condensation reactions.

Specifications

Features

• Branched Chain Anhydride: Contains multiple propene substituents enhancing reactivity and hydrophobic character compared with simple anhydrides.
• Epoxy Hardener & Curing Agent: Acts as an effective acid anhydride hardener in epoxy resin systems, improving cross-link density and mechanical properties.
• Viscous Reactive Liquid: Liquid form with moderate viscosity facilitates blending and processing in polymer and chemical formulations.
• Surfactant Precursor: Can be used in the formation of glycine-based surfactants and other functional additives.
• Versatile Organic Intermediate: Suitable for organic synthesis pathways where acid anhydride functionality is needed.

Applications

• Epoxy Resin Systems: Used as a curing agent/hardener for epoxy coatings, adhesives, composites and electrical insulation materials.
• Surfactant & Specialty Chemicals: Employed in the synthesis of glycine-based surfactants and other modified carboxylic derivatives.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a reactive modifier for polymers to improve compatibility, cross-linking and performance properties.
• Chemical Intermediates: Used in industrial organic synthesis where anhydride reactivity supports esterification and condensation reactions.
• Laboratory & Industrial Reagents: Applied in research and manufacturing settings as an acid anhydride reagent for professional use.

Packaging

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