Mono Chloro Acetic Acid (MCA)
Mono Chloro Acetic Acid (MCA) is a colorless to white crystalline solid, widely used as a key intermediate
in the production of herbicides, pharmaceuticals, dyes, and carboxymethyl cellulose.
It exhibits strong acidic properties and high reactivity, making it essential for various industrial applications.
- Chemical Formula : CH2ClCOOH
- Appearance : Colorless to white crystalline solid
- Grade : Industrial
- Applications :
- Manufacturing of carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) for paper and textile industries
- Production of herbicides and pesticides
- Intermediate for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals
- Used in dyes and pigment synthesis
- Chemical synthesis in various industrial applications