- ▸ Acetylating agent: Acetylation in dyes, perfumes, and fine-chemical synthesis.
- ▸ Cellulose acetate: Manufacture of cellulose acetate fibers and plastics.
- ▸ Esterification: Production of acetate esters and esterified food starch.
- ▸ Dehydrating agent: Water-scavenging reagent in organic synthesis.
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
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Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.
Acetic anhydride (CAS 108-24-7) is an acid anhydride used as an acetylating and dehydrating agent. It is consumed in the manufacture of cellulose acetate fibers and plastics, vinyl acetate, acetate esters, and esterified food starch, and as an acetylating agent in the production of dyes, perfumes, and other organic chemicals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is acetic anhydride used for?
Acetic anhydride (CAS 108-24-7) is an acetylating and dehydrating agent used to manufacture cellulose acetate fibers and plastics, vinyl acetate, acetate esters, and esterified food starch. It also acetylates intermediates in dye, perfume, and fine-chemical synthesis. RawSource supplies it in bulk for industrial use.
What is another name for acetic anhydride?
Acetic anhydride is also called ethanoic anhydride or acetic acid anhydride; it has formula C4H6O3 and CAS 108-24-7. It is the acid anhydride derived from two acetic acid units.
What grades and identity confirmation are available for acetic anhydride?
Acetic anhydride is supplied against CAS 108-24-7 with a lot-specific Certificate of Analysis confirming assay and key parameters; an SDS is provided with every shipment. Specify your required assay and end-use when requesting a quote so the correct grade is matched.
How is acetic anhydride shipped under DOT/transport rules?
Acetic anhydride ships under UN 1715. The assigned packing group, marking, and handling requirements are detailed on the SDS; it is offered in drums, IBCs/totes, and bulk. Confirm transport classification on the SDS for your shipment.
What is the cost of bulk acetic anhydride?
Pricing varies with assay, volume, packaging, and destination. RawSource quotes acetic anhydride per order for drum, tote, or bulk quantities; submit your specification and volume for a current bulk quote. CoA and SDS are provided with shipment.