Applications
Terephthalic acid is used in the metal organic frame works. Terephthalic acid is used primarily to make polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins and fibers, polyester fibers, films, polyethylene terephthalate solid-state resins and polyethylene terephthalate engineering resins.

Solubility
slightly soluble in water (0,017 g/L at 25°C)

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. It should be stored and used in molten form.