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ACRYLIC ACID

CAS :79-10-7

Acrylic acid (chemical name: 2-acrylic acid). The molecular form was C₃H₄O₂.  The molecular weight was 72.06. It is an unsaturated monocarboxylic acid containing carbon-carbon double bonds.

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ACRYLIC ACID

Acrylic acid (chemical name: 2-acrylic acid) with molecular formula C₃H₂O₂ and molecular weight 72.06. It is an unsaturated monocarboxylic acid containing carbon-carbon double bonds. A colorless transparent liquid with pungent odor, exhibiting high volatility and chemical reactivity.

Technical Specifications

  • Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid with pungent odor
  • Boiling point: about 141°C
  • Melting point: about 13°C
  • Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohol, ether and other organic solvents
  • Density: About 1.05 g/cm³ (20°C)
  • Acidity: Weakly acidic (pKa ≈4.25), slightly stronger than acetic acid
  • Volatility: High volatility, rapidly evaporates into pungent vapor at room temperature
  • Reactivity: Shows carboxylic acid properties and polymerization capability

Applications

  • Synthetic resin:
    • Key raw material for acrylic resin production
    • Used in coatings and plastic products with excellent weather resistance
  • Adhesive:
    • Production of pressure-sensitive adhesives and emulsion adhesives
    • High bonding strength and weather resistance
  • Water treatment agent:
    • Polyacrylic acid salts for scale prevention
    • Effective in removing calcium/magnesium ions
  • Textile additives:
    • Used in textile coating finishing
    • Provides waterproof and anti-fouling properties
  • Other applications:
    • Superabsorbent resins (baby diapers)
    • Pharmaceutical intermediates and pesticide production

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