Product
Monochloroacetic Acid
Monochloroacetic acid (MCA) is a reactive intermediate used to make CMC, betaine surfactants, herbicides, thioglycolic acid and pharmaceuticals.
- Also known as
- MCA
- Grades / forms
- ≥ 99% flakes
Overview
MCA's reactive chlorine lets it attach carboxymethyl groups to other molecules. It is the starting point for carboxymethyl cellulose, glycine, betaines, herbicides such as 2,4-D and MCPA, and thioglycolic acid.
It is supplied as flakes or as a molten liquid. It is corrosive and toxic, handled under strict controls.
Applications
- 1CMC and carboxymethyl starch
- 2Betaine surfactants
- 3Herbicides (2,4-D, MCPA)
- 4Thioglycolic acid
- 5Pharmaceutical intermediates
Packing & storage
Packing
- 25 kg bags in drums
- Jumbo bags
Storage & handling
Store dry and cool in closed containers; corrosive and toxic.
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- SDS in destination format
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Questions
Monochloroacetic Acid, answered.
Mainly CMC, betaine surfactants and herbicides.
Flakes are standard for export; molten MCA suits large local users.
Yes, it is toxic and corrosive; shipped as dangerous goods.
Yes. Cosmo Chemistry manufactures and exports Monochloroacetic Acid from Surat, Gujarat, India to more than 55 countries, for customers in the basic industrial chemicals industry. Send your grade, quantity and destination port for a quotation within one business day.
Every shipment of Monochloroacetic Acid from Cosmo Chemistry includes a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Certificate of Origin, third-party pre-shipment inspection and destination-specific regulatory documentation are arranged on request.
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