Acrylic Acid
Rs 94 per Kg + GSt as applicable
Category:
Organic Acid / Monomer / Chemical Intermediate
Description:
Acrylic Acid (C₃H₄O₂) is a clear, colorless liquid with a sharp, acrid odor. It is a highly reactive unsaturated carboxylic acid used as a key monomer in the production of a wide range of acrylic polymers and copolymers. Due to its ability to polymerize easily, acrylic acid serves as a fundamental building block in adhesives, coatings, superabsorbent polymers, textiles, and water treatment chemicals. It can undergo esterification and addition reactions to form numerous functional derivatives.
Applications:
1. Polymer & Resin Manufacturing Used to produce polyacrylic acid, acrylate esters, and superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) used in diapers and hygiene products.
2. Paints & Coatings Base monomer for acrylic emulsions, latex paints, and UV-curable coatings offering durability and weather resistance.
3. Adhesives & Sealants Improves adhesion, flexibility, and water resistance in pressure-sensitive and construction adhesives.
4. Textile & Leather Treatment Used in fabric finishing and leather coating agents for softness and strength enhancement.
5. Water Treatment Chemicals Component in dispersants, scale inhibitors, and flocculants.
Technical Details:
Chemical Name - Acrylic Acid
Chemical Formula - C₃H₄O₂
Molecular Weight - 72.06 g/mol
Appearance - Clear, colorless liquid
Odor - Acrid, pungent odor
Purity - ≥ 99.5%
Boiling Point - 141 °C
Melting Point - 13 °C
Flash Point - 54 °C (closed cup)
Density (at 20 °C) - 1.05 g/cm³
Solubility - Miscible with water, alcohols, and ethers
pH (1% aqueous) - 2.5–3.0
Inhibitor MEHQ (Monomethyl Ether of Hydroquinone) - 200 ± 20 ppm
HS Code - 2916 12 00
Stability - Stable when inhibited; avoid heat and light exposure
Packaging:
200 kg HDPE Drums
IBC Tanks (1000 L)
Bulk Tankers (stabilized with MEHQ inhibitor)
Custom packaging available upon request
Storage & Handling:
Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas away from heat, sunlight, and polymerization initiators. Maintain inhibitor concentration during long-term storage. Use corrosion-resistant containers and proper PPE (gloves, goggles, respirator) during handling.