Acrylic acid and esters are the most versatile series of monomers for providing performance characteristics to thousands of polymer formulations. Acrylic acid is produced from propene which is a byproduct of ethylene and gasoline production.
Data SheetSpecifications | Acrylic Acid | Glacial Acrylic Acid | Ethyl Acrylate | Butyl Acrylate | 2-Ethyl Hexyl Acrylate | 2-Hydroxyethyl | Analysis Method |
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Purity (WT %) | ≥99.5 | ≥99.7 | ≥99.5 | ≥99.5 | ≥99.5 | ≥97.0 | YSTM 429-01 |
Color (APHA) | ≤10 | ≤10 | ≤10 | ≤10 | ≤10 | ≤20 | ASTM D1209 |
Free Acid (as AA)(WT %) | ≤0.01 | ≤0.01 | ≤0.01 | ≤0.05 | ASTM D1613 | ||
Moisture (WT %) | ≤0.1 | ≤0.1 | ≤0.05 | ≤0.05 | ≤0.05 | ≤0.15 | ASTM D1364 |
Inhibitor (MEHQ)(PPM) | 200±20 | 200±30 | 15±5 | 15±5 | 15±5 | 400±40 | ASTM D3125 |
Aldehyde (PPM) | ≤10 |
Major markets for the esters include surface coatings, textiles, adhesives and plastics. Polyacrylic acid or copolymers find applications in superabsorbents, detergents, dispersants, flocculants and thickeners. Superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) are used primarily in disposable diapers.
In bulk. (Isotank or Drum)
To be transported as first class dangerous articles, bulk deliveries of tank car.
Store in place with low temperature and good air circulation. Keep away from direct sunlight, heat and fire.