Specification
| Product Name | Terephthalic Acid |
|---|---|
| Other Names | PTA |
| CAS No. | 100-21-0 |
| EINECS No. | 202-830-0 |
| MF | C8H6O4 |
| Molecular weight | 166.13 |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Appearance | White needle-like crystals or powder |
| Density | 1.58 g/cm3 at 25 °C |
| solubleness | >300 °C (lit.) |
| boiling point | 214.32°C (rough estimate) |
| flash (ing) point | 260°C |
Values are typical for the standard grade. Tighter specifications are available — state the target in your inquiry and we confirm against the production batch.
Hazard classification
- H320 Causes eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H316 Causes mild skin irritation
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements (3)
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use
Substance identity verified against the registry entry on 2026-09-02.
Packaging and shipping
PTA is the world’s largest producer of binary aromatic acids and is the core raw material for the production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET). It is hailed as the “food” of modern textile, packaging and materials industries. Its high purity, large-scale continuous production, and efficient condensation with ethylene glycol (EG) make it a cornerstone bulk organic raw material connecting petrochemicals with daily consumer products (textile fibers, beverage packaging) and high-end manufacturing (films, engineering plastics). We are committed to providing stable supply, professional services, and precise market understanding, to become a reliable strategic partner in your polyester production system.




Product Description
Anhui Eapearl Chemical Co., Ltd.As a professional supplier of petrochemical raw material supply chain, leveraging a profound understanding of the polyester industry chain and strong resource integration capabilities, we are committed to providing our customers with stable and reliable p-xylene (PTA) products and market solutions. PTA is the world’s largest producer of binary aromatic acids and is the core raw material for producing polyethylene terephthalate (PET). It is hailed as the “food” of modern textile, packaging and material industries. Its high purity, large-scale continuous production, and efficient condensation with ethylene glycol (EG) make it a cornerstone bulk organic raw material connecting petrochemicals with daily consumer goods (textile fibers, beverage packaging) and high-end manufacturing (films, engineering plastics). We are dedicated to providing stable supply, professional services, and precise market perception to become a reliable strategic partner in your polyester production system.
The core value of PTA lies in its unique and irreplaceable role as a diacid monomer in polyester synthesis. Its performance directly determines the quality of the final polyester product.
High purity and high quality: Modern PTA industrial products (fiber grade) typically have a purity of ≥ 99.9% (measured by acid value), and key impurities such as 4-carboxylbenzaldehyde (4-CBA) and p-methylbenzoic acid (p-TA) are controlled at the ppm level, which directly affects the molecular weight, color (b value), and processability of the polyester.
High reactivity: High-purity PTA can undergo efficient direct esterification and polycondensation reactions with ethylene glycol (EG), which is a technical prerequisite for modern continuous, large-scale polyester production facilities (such as the Jima and DuPont processes).
Industrial scale and cost advantages: The global annual consumption exceeds 100 million tons, and China’s production capacity dominates globally. Large-scale, integrated production brings significant cost and supply stability advantages.


Delivery&Payment method

Frequently asked
In what packaging is Terephthalic Acid shipped?
Standard formats are Dag (25kg), IBC Dag (25kg), ISO tank (20ft) (24–26 m³), ISO tank (40ft) (48–50 m³). Other packaging can be arranged for full-container orders.
Is a safety data sheet available for Terephthalic Acid?
Yes. A full safety data sheet for CAS 100-21-0 is published and linked from this page; a signed copy is issued with the shipping documents.
What purity do you supply?
The standard grade is 99.9%. Tighter specifications are confirmed against the production batch before shipment.





