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Sebacic acid

Arkema

Description :
Sebacic acid, dicarboxylic acid with 10 carbons, is a product of vegetal origin, processed from castor oil
Can be used :
- To produce polymers such as polyamides, co-polyamides, co-polyesters, polyester polyols, bioplastics, etc.
- To produce esters which are widely used as plasticizers in industrial applications (lubricants, plastics), in cosmetics, etc.
- As a corrosion inhibitor (widely used under the form of a salt) in coolant application,
- As a buffering ingredient in cosmetic.

Product family :
Intermediate products > Chemical intermediates

Sectors/Markets :


Bio-based content
Castor oil
100%

Environmental gain
Not determined

Geographical target markets, Manufacturing place, Place of supply in plant biomass, Physical data, Classification list (CAS-REACH), Available quantity, Estimated price, Additionnal content
Last update 15/05/2014
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