| Description | Terephthalic acid, an isomer of the three phthalic acids, serves as a precursor to the polyester PET, which is utilized in manufacturing plastic bottles and clothing. |
| molecular weight | 166.13 |
| Molecular formula | C8H6O4 |
| CAS | 100-21-0 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 4.62 mg/mL (27.78 mM), Sonication is recommended. |
| References | 1. Heck HD, et al. The induction of bladder stones by terephthalic acid, dimethyl terephthalate, and melamine (2,4,6-triamino-s-triazine) and its relevance to risk assessment. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol. 1985 Sep;5(3):294-313. |