Description

Polyaspartic Acid is a biodegradable, water-soluble polymer derived from aspartic acid, offering a high-performance and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional polycarboxylates. Its exceptional scale inhibition and dispersancy properties make it a critical component for managing mineral deposits in industrial water systems. This versatile product is essential for sectors requiring effective, non-toxic solutions for process efficiency and environmental compliance, including water treatment, detergents, and agriculture.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: Primary use as a highly effective, biodegradable scale and corrosion inhibitor in cooling towers, boilers, and reverse osmosis systems.
• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Acts as a superior builder and anti-redeposition agent, enhancing cleaning power while reducing phosphate content.
• Agriculture & Horticulture: Functions as a nutrient absorption enhancer and soil conditioner, improving fertilizer efficiency and soil structure.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Used in scale control for production wells and pipelines, compatible with challenging downhole conditions.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Serves as a dispersant and chelating agent in bleaching and papermaking processes.
• Personal Care: Incorporated into formulations as a gentle, biodegradable chelating agent and viscosity modifier.
• Textile Processing: Applied as a dye dispersant and anti-precipitant to improve color uniformity and process efficiency.
• Ceramic & Construction: Utilized as a grinding aid and plasticizer to improve the workability and performance of cement and ceramic slurries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyaspartic Acid
CAS No.	26063-13-8
Molecular Formula	(C4H5NO3)n • (C4H6NO3)m
Molecular Weight	1000 - 10000 g/mol (typical range)
Synonyms	Poly(aspartic acid); PASP; Poly-α,β-DL-aspartic acid; DL-Polyaspartic acid; Aspartic acid homopolymer; Poly(aspartate); 2-Aminobutanedioic acid homopolymer; Poly(imino(1-carboxy-1,2-ethanediyl))
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Quality Control

Our Polyaspartic Acid is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent performance and purity, meeting the specifications required for industrial and environmental applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, molecular weight distribution, and impurity profiles is available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. Under recommended storage conditions, the product remains stable for an extended period.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to amber viscous liquid or solid
Assay (as Polyaspartic Acid)	≥ 40.0% (Liquid) / ≥ 95.0% (Solid)
pH (1% aqueous solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Density (Liquid, 25°C)	1.15 - 1.25 g/cm³
Average Molecular Weight	2000 - 5000 Da (Standard Grade)
Biodegradability	> 60% (OECD 301B)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.