CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1. HISTORY AND GENERAL INFORMATION ON ADIPIC ACID
1. History on The Production
Adipic acid is an important organic chemical raw material. In China, it is used as raw material in the production of Nylon 6/6 salt, polyurethane, plasticizers, high-grade lubricants and food additives. With the rapid growth of development, the application of adipic acid keeps expanding. The production of adipic acid is controlled in the hands of multinationals