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Acetic Acid
Carboxylic acid
Overview
Made via methanol carbonylation; key intermediate for VAM and PTA.
Formula
CH3COOH
CAS
64-19-7
HS Code
2915.21
Category
Carboxylic acid
Major Origin Countries
USAChinaSaudi ArabiaSingapore
Key Uses & Applications
- Vinyl acetate monomer
- PTA → PET
- Acetate esters & solvents
- Food acidulant (vinegar)
Major Global Suppliers