Phthalimide

Phthalimide is an organic compound with chemical formula of C8H5NO2. It is a white crystalline powder, slightly soluble in water, ether, benzene and chloroform, slightly soluble in ethanol, and easily soluble in alkali solution, glacial acetic acid and pyridine. It is mainly used as an intermediate of many Fine chemical such as dyes, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, rubber additives, etc.