Adipic Acid

Products Adipic acid is used as an excipient in pharmaceuticals and as an additive in foods. It was originally produced from fats (adeps). Structure and properties Adipic acid (C6H10O4, Mr = 146.14 g/mol) exists as a white crystalline, odorless and poorly hygroscopic powder and is sparingly soluble in water. In boiling water the solubility is … Adipic Acid