Itaconic acid is an unsaturated dibasic organic acid that can undergo various addition reactions, esterification reactions, and polymerization reactions. It is an important intermediate in chemical synthesis and raw material for chemical production. Itaconic acid and its polymers can be used as deodorants, in SBR latex, coating applications, paint additives, leather coatings, adhesives, dental adhesives, food packaging, and esters for paints, ion exchange resins, lubricant additives, binders, plastics, and sealants. Itaconic acid is also a raw material for producing other derivatives used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, lubricants, thickeners,