Muconic acid

Muconic acid (CAS 505-70-4) is a dicarboxylic acid produced through synthetic and bio-based fermentation routes; a platform chemical at the intersection of green chemistry and industrial manufacturing.

Where is Muconic acid used?

• Polymers, pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals: precursor in synthesis
• Chemical intermediate for adipic acid and terephthalic acid, key monomers in nylon and PET production
• Pharmaceutical synthesis: building block for active ingredient intermediates requiring controlled dicarboxylic acid functionality and high chemical stability
• Agricultural formulations: pH buffering in liquid crop protection products where acid stability across dilution is critical
• Biotechnology researchers source it as a reference standard or fermentation process benchmark.

Commercial specifications

• Purity typically 97% to 99%+ depending on intended use
• Packaging from small laboratory quantities to bulk orders supporting pilot-scale and commercial production