Description

2-Propenoic Acid, Methyl Ester, Polymer With Sodium 2-Propenoate is a synthetic copolymer of methyl acrylate and sodium acrylate. This versatile polymer is valued for its excellent water-absorbing and thickening properties, making it a key functional additive in various industrial formulations. It is primarily utilized in sectors requiring advanced rheology modification and moisture management, such as personal care, coatings, adhesives, and construction materials.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a primary thickener, stabilizer, and film-forming agent in creams, lotions, and hair styling products.
• Paints & Coatings: Used as a rheology modifier and thickener in water-based paints to improve application properties and prevent sagging.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Enhances viscosity, improves wet tack, and stabilizes formulations in aqueous adhesive systems.
• Construction Materials: Functions as a water-retention agent and workability aid in cementitious products like tile adhesives and grouts.
• Textile Processing: Serves as a thickener for pigment printing pastes and a sizing agent to improve fabric handle.
• Agriculture: Employed in seed coatings and soil conditioners to help retain moisture and improve nutrient delivery.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, Methyl Ester, Polymer With Sodium 2-Propenoate
CAS No.	28599-85-1
Molecular Formula	(C4H6O2.C3H3NaO2)x
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Acrylic acid, methyl ester, polymer with sodium acrylate; Methyl acrylate-sodium acrylate copolymer; Sodium acrylate methyl acrylate copolymer; Poly(methyl acrylate-co-sodium acrylate); Acrylic copolymer thickener; Acusol polymer; ASE thickener; Carbomer analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Propenoic Acid, Methyl Ester, Polymer With Sodium 2-Propenoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for critical parameters including polymer composition, viscosity, solids content, and pH to ensure consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after initial use to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (as copolymer solids)	≥ 95.0 %
pH (1% aqueous solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Viscosity (specified concentration)	Contact for details
Moisture Content	≤ 5.0 %
Residual Monomers	≤ 0.1 %

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