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Poly(acrylic acid)
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Poly(acrylic acid) |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | PAA;Poly(acrylic acid);Acrylic acid homopolymer |
| Chinese name | 聚丙烯酸 |
| Chinese synonyms | PAA;聚丙烯酸;丙烯酸均聚物 |
| Chemical category | Scale Inhibitors |
| CAS No. | 9003-01-4 |
| EINECS No. | Not provided |
| Molecular formula | (C3H4O2)n |
| Molecular weight | Not provided |
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Technical indicators
Solid content 30–50% (aqueous) or ≥99% (solid); pH (1% aqueous solution) 2.0–4.0; average molecular weight according to grade
Performance characteristics
Colorless to pale yellow liquid or white powder, excellent scale inhibition and dispersion properties
Application scenarios
Industrial cooling water scale inhibitor, detergent builder, drilling fluid dispersant, paper coating