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Bisphenol A (BPA)

BPA
CAS 80-05-7 · Formula C15H16O2 · MW 228.29 g/mol

A diphenol monomer that is the principal building block for polycarbonate and epoxy resins. Its largest use is the manufacture of polycarbonate, followed by epoxy resins (reacted with epichlorohydrin); it is also used in unsaturated polyester, polysulfone, and polyetherimide resins and as a chemical intermediate.

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HS Code
2907.23
At a Glance
Material Family
Polymers & Resins
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing · Synthesis Intermediate
Solubility
< 1 mg/mL at 22 °C
Functional Roles
4,4'-ISOPROPYLIDENEDIPHENOL
NOT REPORTED
Applications & Use Cases
  • Polycarbonate: Principal monomer for polycarbonate resin production.
  • Epoxy resins: Reacted with epichlorohydrin to produce epoxy resins.
  • Engineering resins: Building block for polysulfone, polyetherimide, and unsaturated polyester resins.
  • Chemical intermediate: Intermediate and antioxidant in select polymer and plasticizer systems.
Physical Properties
Melting Point
307 to 156 °C
Boiling Point
220 °C at 4 mmHg
Density
1.195 at 25 °C
Solubility
< 1 mg/mL at 22 °C
Vapor Pressure
0.2 mmHg at 170 °C; 1 mmHg at 193 °C
Flash Point
79 °C
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2907 . 23
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.07
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2907.23
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
80-05-7
Molecular Formula
C15H16O2
Molecular Weight
228.29 g/mol
IUPAC Name
4-[2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propan-2-yl]phenol
INCI Name
4,4'-ISOPROPYLIDENEDIPHENOL
PubChem CID
InChI Key
IISBACLAFKSPIT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Bisphenol A 2,2-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane 2,2-Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)propane Bisphenol Diano 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol Diphenylolpropane 4,4'-Bisphenol A 4,4'-(propane-2,2-diyl)diphenol Parabis A DIAN Rikabanol Bisphenol-A Biphenol A Ipognox 88 p,p'-Bisphenol A Pluracol 245 Bisferol A p,p'-Isopropylidenebisphenol
Full Description

Bisphenol A (CAS 80-05-7) is 4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol, a diphenol. Its largest use is the manufacture of polycarbonate, followed by epoxy resins (reacted with epichlorohydrin); it is also used in unsaturated polyester, polysulfone, and polyetherimide resins and as a chemical intermediate. It also serves as a monomer and antioxidant in certain plastics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is bisphenol A (BPA) used for?

Bisphenol A (CAS 80-05-7) is 4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol, a diphenol. Its largest use is polycarbonate manufacture, followed by epoxy resins (reacted with epichlorohydrin); it is also a building block for polysulfone, polyetherimide, and unsaturated polyester resins and serves as a chemical intermediate and antioxidant in select plastics.

What is the chemical formula and structure of bisphenol A?

Bisphenol A is 4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol (diphenylolpropane), molecular formula C15H16O2, CAS 80-05-7. It consists of two phenol rings joined by an isopropylidene bridge, which is why each ring's hydroxyl makes it a difunctional monomer for polycarbonate and epoxy chemistry.

What is another name for bisphenol A?

Bisphenol A is also called 4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol, diphenylolpropane, and BPA. It is CAS 80-05-7, HS heading 2907.23.

What is the cost of bulk bisphenol A?

Bulk BPA pricing depends on volume, packaging, grade, and destination, so we quote per order rather than list a fixed price. Send your target volume and delivery location for a current bulk quote.

How is bulk bisphenol A packaged and can you provide a CoA and SDS?

We supply BPA in bulk industrial packaging for polycarbonate, epoxy, and engineering-resin producers, with packaging and MOQ confirmed per order. A Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet accompany shipment; request a bulk quote with your target volume.

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