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[Chemical Knowledge]:What are the role and uses of acetic acid

acetic acid, also called acetic acid, is an organic compound with chemical formula CH3COOH. It is an organic monobasic acid and is the main component of vinegar. Pure anhydrous acetic acid (glacial acetic acid) is a colorless hygroscopic liquid with a freezing point of 16.6 ℃(62℉). After solidification, it is a colorless crystal. Its aqueous solution is weakly acidic and corrosive, and it is highly corrosive to metals. Corrosion, steam has a irritating effect on eyes and nose.

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Six functions and uses

of acetic acid 1. The largest single use of acetic acid is the production of vinyl acetate monomer, followed by acetic anhydride and ester production.

2. Used for preparing acetic anhydride, vinyl acetate, acetate, metal acetate, chloroacetic acid, cellulose acetate, etc., and also used as solvent;

3. It is

used to synthesize vinyl acetate, acetate, acetate, metal acetate and halogenated acetic acid, and is also an important raw material for pharmaceutical, dye, pesticide and organic synthesis.

4. Used as analytical reagent, solvent and washing agent;

5. Used to produce ethyl acetate, edible spices, wine spices, etc.;

6. Dyeing solution catalyst, auxiliary material

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