The pure, anhydrous acetic acid is a colorless, hygroscopic liquid. At temperatures below 16.7°C, it forms ice-like crystals. That’s why it is called glacial acetic acid.

The glacial acetic acid is a great polar base solvent. It is often used in the production of:

• Terephthalic acid;
• Propylene terephthalate;
• Synthetic camphor;
• Aniline.