Product overview
1,2,3,4-Butanetetracarboxylic Acid (BTCA) is a polycarboxylic crosslinker used in formaldehyde-free durable-press and anti-crease textile finishing, and as a building block for polyimide and functional polymer materials. Grade and catalyst system should be evaluated in the target process.
Function & Usage
- Applications
Provides functional performance in the following evaluated uses: Formaldehyde-free durable-press textile finishing, Anti-crease cotton and cellulose finishing, Polyimide and electrical-material synthesis, Functional polymer crosslinking. Final suitability depends on grade, formulation testing and destination-market requirements.
Product information
- Primary category:
- Textile & Leather Chemicals, Fine Chemicals, Paints, Coatings, Adhesives & Construction
- Subcategory:
- Textile Finishing & Crosslinking Agents
- CAS No.:
- 1703-58-8
- Form:
- White crystalline powder
- Content / Grade:
- Textile / polymer grade; specification by quotation
- Applications:
- Formaldehyde-free durable-press textile finishing, Anti-crease cotton and cellulose finishing, Polyimide and electrical-material synthesis, Functional polymer crosslinking
- Hazard / Transport:
- May be harmful or irritating by inhalation, ingestion or skin contact depending on purity and form. Control dust or vapor exposure and confirm classification, incompatibilities and transport status from the current grade-specific SDS.
- Storage:
- Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, dark and well-ventilated place. Protect from moisture, heat and ignition sources and segregate from oxidizing agents and other incompatible materials identified in the current SDS.