Acrylic Acid
Colourless liquid with an acrid odour · CAS 79-10-7
Overview
Acrylic Acid (CAS 79-10-7) is one of the acids & descalants products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for monomer for acrylate esters, superabsorbent polymers and polyacrylates; water-treatment polymer and detergent-builder feedstock; adhesives and coatings manufacture, among other applications in the acids & descalants category. We pack Acrylic Acid in drums / ISO tankers as per order quantity, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Assay (Glacial) | 99.5% Min |
| Water Content | 0.3% Max |
| Inhibitor (MEHQ) | 180 – 220 ppm |
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | 1.050 – 1.052 |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Monomer for acrylate esters, superabsorbent polymers and polyacrylates
- Water-treatment polymer and detergent-builder feedstock
- Adhesives and coatings manufacture
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acrylic Acid?
Acrylic Acid is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as colourless liquid with an acrid odour, identified by CAS number 79-10-7. It falls under our Acids & Descalants range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Acrylic Acid used for?
Typical applications include: Monomer for acrylate esters, superabsorbent polymers and polyacrylates; Water-treatment polymer and detergent-builder feedstock; Adhesives and coatings manufacture.
How should Acrylic Acid be stored and handled?
Store below 25°C, away from heat and initiators; inhibitor level should be monitored on long storage. Corrosive — handle with appropriate PPE.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Acrylic Acid in?
Drums / ISO tankers as per order quantity. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Acrylic Acid?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Acrylic Acid hazardous to handle?
Yes — Acrylic Acid is corrosive to skin, eyes and common metals. Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Acrylic Acid?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Acrylic Acid is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Acrylic Acid?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Acrylic Acid.