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Bisphenol A
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Bisphenol A
Bisphenol A
BPA
C15H16O2

About Bisphenol A. BPA (a.k.a. Bisphenol A, Diphenylolpropane) is a synthetic organic compound. It was first synthesized in 1891 by Dianin from the acid catalysed condensation of phenol and acetone and has been produced industrially to be used as a starting material in the synthesis of epoxy resins since about 1920. Its commercial development has increased continually following the growth of the plastics industry.

Bisphenol A is colorless, flammable, solid at room temperature, with a mild phenolic odor, soluble in organic solvents and poorly soluble in water (0.344 wt% at 83 °C). As a high production volume chemical, Bisphenol A is used in a wide range of plastic materials.

Bisphenol A Handling. Bisphenol A is commonly stored and sold as a white solid in flaked or prilled form. The storage for unlimited time in stainless steel containers is not recommended. Bisphenol A Handling. Bisphenol A dust can create explosive mixtures with air, so the chemical must kept in containers tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. It must also be stored in an area without drain or sewer access, separated from acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, strong oxidants, strong bases and food and feedstuffs. It should be transported away from heat sources and strong oxidizers and its pneumatic conveying must be under nitrogen because of the danger of dust explosions.

Bisphenol A Production. Commercial production of Bisphenol A is based on condensation of phenol and acetone. Alternative routes starting from phenol and methylacetylene and phenol and cumene have also been reported but have not become commercially available. Raw materials and the respective production processes employed in the manufacturing of Bisphenol A are listed below.

  • Phenol + acetone (carbonyl condensation, catalyzed by hydrochloric acid)

Bisphenol A Uses.The uses and applications of BPA may vary according to its specification. The main forms of BPA are epoxy grade (95% minimum purity) and polycarbonate grade (99.8% minimum purity).

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  • BPA, US (United States): Bisphenol A, transaction price, cif, United States
  • BPA, EUR (Europe): Bisphenol A, transaction price, fob, Netherlands
  • BPA, SEA (Southeast Asia): Bisphenol A, transaction price, cif, Thailand
  • BPA, CN (China): Bisphenol A, spot price, exw, China

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Bisphenol A Price Outlook. The price of BPA in United States increased during March 2019 to 1,590 USD per metric ton, which represents a slight rise of 2% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the prices of BPA in United States remained constant . Meanwhile, the average price of BPA in Chinaamounted to 1,390 USD per metric ton, from 1,610 USD per metric ton one year earlier. On a month-over-month basis, the price of BPA in China is 8% higher than the price one month before.

The price of BPA in Southeast Asia rose slightly throughout March 2019, reaching 1,310 USD per metric ton.  The price in Southeast Asia is 4% higher than the average price in the previous month and 21% lower than the average price one year before. In contrast, the prices of BPA in Europe decreased modestly during March 2019, reaching 1,230 USD per metric ton, which means a decline of 0.8% from the previous month’s price and a decline of 21% from the previous year’s price. 

About Bisphenol A. BPA (a.k.a. Bisphenol A, Diphenylolpropane) is a synthetic organic compound. It was first synthesized in 1891 by Dianin from the acid catalysed condensation of phenol and acetone and has been produced industrially to be used as a starting material in the synthesis of epoxy resins since about 1920. Its commercial development has increased continually following the growth of the plastics industry.

Bisphenol A is colorless, flammable, solid at room temperature, with a mild phenolic odor, soluble in organic solvents and poorly soluble in water (0.344 wt% at 83 °C). As a high production volume chemical, Bisphenol A is used in a wide range of plastic materials.

Bisphenol A Handling. Bisphenol A is commonly stored and sold as a white solid in flaked or prilled form. The storage for unlimited time in stainless steel containers is not recommended. Bisphenol A Handling. Bisphenol A dust can create explosive mixtures with air, so the chemical must kept in containers tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. It must also be stored in an area without drain or sewer access, separated from acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, strong oxidants, strong bases and food and feedstuffs. It should be transported away from heat sources and strong oxidizers and its pneumatic conveying must be under nitrogen because of the danger of dust explosions.

Bisphenol A Production. Commercial production of Bisphenol A is based on condensation of phenol and acetone. Alternative routes starting from phenol and methylacetylene and phenol and cumene have also been reported but have not become commercially available. Raw materials and the respective production processes employed in the manufacturing of Bisphenol A are listed below.

  • Phenol + acetone (carbonyl condensation, catalyzed by hydrochloric acid)

Bisphenol A Uses.The uses and applications of BPA may vary according to its specification. The main forms of BPA are epoxy grade (95% minimum purity) and polycarbonate grade (99.8% minimum purity).

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