Itaconic Acid CAS No. 97-65-4 (Molecular Formul C5H6O4) is an unsaturated dicarboxylic acid, also known as methylene succinic acid. It is widely used in many fields such as medicine, food packaging, petrochemical, environmental protection and water treatment.
Here are some key information about it:
Chemical properties:
Itaconic Acid has the characteristics of active chemical properties, non-volatile and easy polymerization.
It is soluble in water, acetone, and ethanol, and slightly soluble in carbon disulfide, chloroform, petroleum ether, and benzene.
1. The main uses in the pharmaceutical industry include:
• Anti-inflammatory effect:
Itaconic Acid has strong anti-inflammatory activity and can inhibit the activity of isocitrate lyase in bacteria and block the glyoxylate shunt pathway required for bacterial growth and pathogenicity, thereby exerting its antibacterial effect. In addition, Itaconic Acid can also play an important role in regulating energy metabolism, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidation and various immune responses.
• Immunomodulation:
Itaconic Acid can affect the metabolic pathways of macrophages, reduce the release of inflammatory factors, and thus relieve inflammation.
• Antioxidant:
Itaconic Acid has antioxidant properties and can neutralize reactive oxygen species produced during inflammation and reduce oxidative stress damage to tissues.
• Treatment of inflammatory diseases:
In animal models, Itaconic Acid has been shown to alleviate the symptoms of a variety of inflammatory diseases, such as inflammatory bowel disease and rheumatoid arthritis.
• Antibacterial protection:
Itaconic Acid and its derivatives can protect the lungs from damage by various harmful substances and alleviate or reduce lung diseases.
2. The application in the food packaging industry is mainly reflected in its use in the production of food cling film.
Itaconic Acid polymers have excellent preservation properties and can effectively extend the shelf life of food while maintaining the freshness and taste of food. This cling film can be used to package various foods, such as fruits, vegetables, meat, etc., to provide a protective layer for food to prevent oxygen contact and bacterial growth, thereby ensuring the safety and nutritional value of food.
3. The application in the petrochemical field is mainly reflected in its use as an important raw material for the production of ion exchange resins, lubricant additives and plasticizers.
• Lubricant additives:
Used as an additive for lubricants to improve the performance of lubricants, such as increasing their lubricity and durability.
• Ion exchange resins:
Used to produce ion exchange resins, which play a key role in water treatment and wastewater treatment and can remove harmful substances from water.
• Plasticizers:
The greatest market potential of Itaconic Acid lies in its use as a plasticizer. Plasticizers can improve the flexibility and plasticity of plastic products and are widely used in the production of plastic products such as wires and cables, food packaging films, etc.
These applications make Itaconic Acid play an important role in the petrochemical industry, which not only promotes the development of related industries, but also improves the performance and quality of products.
4. The application in the field of water treatment mainly includes the following aspects:
• Descaling and scale inhibition:
The copolymer of Itaconic Acid and acrylic acid is a highly efficient water treatment agent with excellent scale inhibition and descaling effects. This polymer can effectively prevent the formation of alkaline calcium and magnesium scales, and is particularly suitable for water treatment systems such as boilers and water coolers.
• Softening water quality:
Used for water softening treatment, by chelating metal ions in water, reducing water hardness and improving water comfort.
• Environmental protection and safety:
Itaconic Acid water treatment agents have little impact on the environment during use and have a certain degree of safety. They are suitable for a variety of industrial and drinking water treatment scenarios.
