Bisphenol A

Name:
Bisphenol A
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	4,4′-isopropylidenediphenol; 2,2-bis(4-hydroxyphenol)propane
M Formula:	(CH3)2C(C6H4OH)2.
Chemistry structure:
Properties:
White flakes with a mild phenolic odor. Bp 220C (4 mm), mp 153C, d 1.195 (25/25C), flash p 175F (79.4C), insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol and dilute alkalies; slightly soluble in carbon tetrachloride. Combustible.
Derivation:
Condensation reaction of phenol and acetone catalyzed by hydrochloric acid at 65C.
Use:
Intermediate in manufacture of epoxy, polycarbonate, phenoxy, polysulfone, and certain polyester resins; flame retardants, rubber chemicals, fungicide.