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Understanding the synthesis chemistry, purity matrices, and key technical indicators of Monochloroacetic Acid (MCAA).
Alpha Chloro Acetic Acid (also widely designated as Monochloroacetic Acid or MCAA, CAS No. 79-11-8) is a highly reactive organochlorine building block. Structurally containing both an electrophilic carboxylic acid carbon and a displaceable chlorine atom on the alpha-carbon, MCAA acts as a crucial intermediate in the production of carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), crop protection products, and surfactants.
The primary global technical route for industrial-scale manufacturing is the liquid-phase chlorination of glacial acetic acid:
CH₃COOH + Cl₂ → CH₂ClCOOH + HCl (Catalyzed by Acetic Anhydride)
To produce high-purity MCAA suitable for advanced pharmaceutical and food applications, modern factories employ catalytic hydrogenation of the inevitable byproduct, Dichloroacetic Acid (DCAA), converting it back to MCAA. This selective reduction ensures DCAA concentrations remain below 0.05% in premium grade materials.
| Parameters | Standard Industrial Grade | High Purity Pharma Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White Crystalline / Flakes | White Crystalline Flakes |
| Assay (MCAA) | ≥ 99.0% | ≥ 99.7% |
| Dichloroacetic Acid (DCAA) | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.05% |
| Acetic Acid | ≤ 0.4% | ≤ 0.15% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 2 ppm |
A comprehensive view of market dynamics, trade policies, and capacity trends of Chinese chemical factories.
The global Alpha Chloro Acetic Acid market is highly consolidated, with primary production hubs located in mainland China, Western Europe, and North America. As the largest chemical manufacturing hub in the world, China accounts for over 50% of the global MCAA output capacity. This concentration of production is driven by local integration with chlor-alkali facilities, which supply cheap and abundant chlorine gas, and glacial acetic acid plants.
In recent years, the industry has seen a shift toward vertically integrated production systems. Top-tier Chinese suppliers like Shandong Pulisi Chemical Co., Ltd. leverage direct-source chemical pathways to insulate against raw material volatility. Additionally, environmental audits within China’s chemical industrial parks have driven the closure of inefficient, high-pollution units, concentrating production capacity in highly compliant, modern factories with integrated waste-gas treatment (HCl scrubbing) and catalytic recycling facilities.
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Shandong Pulisi Chemical Co., Ltd. was established in 2006 (Stock Code: 307785). The company focuses on petrochemicals, mining chemicals, feed chemicals, and pharmaceutical chemicals. At present, the company has established long-term and stable partnerships with Fortune Global 500 companies such as China National Petroleum Corporation and Saint-Gobain. We always take customer demand as the core orientation and provide tailored solutions to help customers strengthen their market competitiveness.
The company has passed ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification and German BV Certification, and has been awarded multiple honors such as Foreign-Oriented Economic Enterprise, Alibaba Demonstration Base, and Contribution Enterprise. In 2023, the company successfully went public with stock code: 307785.
Meanwhile, the company has established mature warehousing and distribution systems at key logistics hubs, including Qingdao Port, Tianjin Port, and Xinjiang border ports (Alashankou, Khorgos). We are able to provide flexible supply solutions according to customer needs to ensure timely order delivery. No matter where customers are located, Shandong Pulisi Chemical will safeguard their business development with professional service systems and efficient response capabilities.
A look at Shandong Pulisi's exhaustive list of international certificates and third-party verifications.
Leveraging systematic infrastructure, commercial flexibility, and global supply systems.
Deep penetration in international markets. We actively export to more than 100 countries and regions worldwide, conforming to GHS packaging and labeling requirements.
Over 20 years of manufacturing and foreign trade experience. Our logistics and commercial department has served more than 1,000 corporate clients globally, establishing long-term trust.
ISO 9001:2015 certification, German BV certification, Kosher and Halal clearances, and FAMI-QS for agricultural feed additive compliance.
Direct factory sourcing. By integrating chlorine and acetic acid supply chains, we offer highly competitive pricing structures for mass volume requirements.
We maintain dedicated, large-scale warehouses at key logistics hubs including Qingdao Port, Tianjin Port, and Xinjiang border ports (Alashankou, Khorgos) to ensure fast turnaround times.
An efficient and professional sales team offers rapid response times (within 2 hours) and structured after-sales technical support for process integration.
Actively building sustainable raw material ecosystems through physical presence at major global industry forums.
Since its establishment in 2006, the company has always adhered to the core corporate philosophy of "industrial, mining, and chemical raw material supply service provider", and is committed to becoming a leading global supplier of chemical raw materials. We adhere to the strategic orientation of "focusing on the development of quality chemical industry", which is not only reflected in our unremitting pursuit of product quality, but also in our continuous investment in technological innovation and service optimization. We are well aware that sustainable development is the source of vitality for enterprises, so the company attaches great importance to environmental protection and social responsibility, striving to promote economic development while safeguarding our shared blue sky and green space. We will continue to uphold our original intention, enhance our research and development capabilities, optimize supply chain management, and further enhance our core competitiveness. We look forward to working together with global partners to create a more brilliant tomorrow in the chemical industry!
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