Glutaric anhydride, 98%

Name: Glutaric anhydride, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019101

About Glutaric anhydride, 98%

Glutaric anhydride (CAS 108-55-4) is a polymer additive offered by Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. Formula C5H6O3, molecular weight 114.1 g/mol. The IUPAC name is oxane-2,6-dione. Common synonyms include Dihydro-2H-pyran-2,6(3H)-dione and Pentanedioic anhydride.

The material typically appears as white to off-white powder or crystals or chunks. Key physical data: a melting point of 55-58 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for polymerisation initiation, plasticising and modification, plastics compounding and rubber compounding. It is used across polymers and plastics.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymerisation initiation
Plasticising & modification
Plastics compounding
Rubber compounding

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Glutaric anhydride, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019101
CAS Number	108-55-4
IUPAC name	oxane-2,6-dione
Molecular formula	C₅H₆O₃
Molecular weight	114.1 g/mol
Exact mass	114.0317
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29221990
InChIKey	VANNPISTIUFMLH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1CC(=O)OC(=O)C1
PubChem CID	7940

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals or chunks
Melting point	55-58 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Dihydro-2H-pyran-2,6(3H)-dione, Pentanedioic anhydride, Glutaric acid anhydride, Pyroglutaric acid, 2H-Pyran-2,6(3H)-dione, dihydro-, Pentanedioic acid anhydride, Anhydrid kyseliny glutarove, 2H-Pyran-2,6(3H)-dione, dihydro, dihydro-3H-pyran-2,6-dione, tetrahydropyran-2,6-dione, Oxacyclohexane-2,6-dione, Glutaric anhydride, 95%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Glutaric anhydride, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Glutaric anhydride, 98% is 108-55-4. It is also known as Dihydro-2H-pyran-2,6(3H)-dione, Pentanedioic anhydride, Glutaric acid anhydride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glutaric anhydride, 98%?

Glutaric anhydride, 98% has the molecular formula C5H6O3 and a molecular weight of 114.1 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is oxane-2,6-dione.

Which grade and pack sizes of Glutaric anhydride, 98% can I order?

We supply Glutaric anhydride, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Glutaric anhydride, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Glutaric anhydride, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Glutaric anhydride, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Glutaric anhydride, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.