Acrylic Acid

Acrylic Acid

The primary use of acrylic acid is in the production of acrylic esters and resins, which are used primarily in coatings and adhesives. It is also used in oil treatment chemicals, detergent intermediates, water treatment chemicals, and water absorbent polyacrylic acid polymers.
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What is Acrylic Acid

 

The primary use of acrylic acid is in the production of acrylic esters and resins, which are used primarily in coatings and adhesives. It is also used in oil treatment chemicals, detergent intermediates, water treatment chemicals, and water absorbent polyacrylic acid polymers. Acrylic acid is used widely for polymerization, including production of polyacrylates. It is a monomer for polyacrylic and polymethacrylic acids and other acrylic polymers. It is used in the manufacture of plastics, as a tackifier, as a flocculant, in the production of water-soluble resins and salts, as a comonomer in acrylic emulsion and solution polymers and in molding powder for signs, construction units, decorative emblems and insignias. It is used in polymer solutions for coatings applications, in paint formulations, in leather finishings, in paper coatings, in polishes and adhesives and in general finishes and binders.

Acrylic Acid

Acrylic Acid

Acrylic acid is an organic compound that is the simplest unsaturated carboxylic acid and consists of a vinyl group attached directly to the carboxylic acid end. This colorless liquid has a characteristic pungent or sour taste. It is miscible with water, alcohols, ethers and chloroform.

Glacial Acrylic Acid

Glacial Acrylic Acid

Glacial acrylic acid (GAA) is a clear, colorless liquid with a pungent odor that is miscible with water, alcohols, and ethers. It is an unsaturated monocarboxylic acid that undergoes typical reactions of carboxylic acids and vinyl compounds. It is used to produce polymers and acrylates and as a raw material for chemical syntheses.
Glacial acrylic acid is used as an additive for various products due to its flexibility, good weather resistance, adhesion, abrasion resistance, and oil resistance.

Butyl Acrylate

Butyl Acrylate

Butyl acrylate (BA) is an organic compound with the molecular formula C4H9O2CCH=CH2. It is a colorless liquid, the butyl ester of acrylic acid. It is used commercially on a large scale as a precursor for poly(butyl acrylate). In particular, as copolymers, such materials are used in paints, sealants, coatings, adhesives, fuels, textiles, plastics, and caulks.
Butyl acrylate can be produced by the acid-catalyzed esterification of acrylic acid with butanol. It polymerizes readily, so commercial preparations contain polymerization inhibitors such as hydroquinone, phenothiazine, or hydroquinone ether.
Shandong Kaitai Petrochemical Acrylic Acid Ltd is one of the most professional glacial butyl acrylate manufacturing plants and suppliers in China, having been developed for more than 10 years. Kaitai's production site processes 80,000 MTS of manufacturing capacity of butyl acrylate per year. "Kaitai" brand butyl acrylate is mainly exported to India, Turkey, UAE, South Africa, etc.

Methyl Acrylate

Methyl Acrylate

Methyl acrylate is an organic compound. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor. It is mainly used to make acrylic fibers. It is also a reagent for the synthesis of various pharmaceutical intermediates. Generally, methyl acrylate (and other acrylates) are copolymerized with other olefins to make useful engineering plastics.

 
Advantages of Acrylic Acid

Weatherability and heat resistance: Acrylics have good weatherability and heat resistance and are able to maintain stable performance over a wide range of temperatures, even in extreme environments.

Rapid drying: Acrylics dry quickly, which helps to improve work efficiency and construction progress.

Decorative properties: Acrylic coatings are available in a variety of colors, with good gloss and decorative qualities, which can significantly improve the appearance and overall texture of the workpiece.

Protective properties: With water resistance, oil resistance and other protective properties, the coated objects have a good protective effect.

Mechanical properties: Excellent mechanical properties of paint film, wear-resistant, high hardness, strong impact resistance, in line with product standards.

Easy construction: As a single-component paint, no need to add curing agent, construction is more convenient.

Matching diversity: Acrylic paint can be matched with epoxy paint, providing more construction options.

Acrylic Acid Preparation Method

1. Industrial preparation methods of acrylic acid
◆ The industrial preparation methods of acrylic acid mainly include cyanidation method, oxidation method and hydrolysis method.
◆ Cyanidation method is that acrylonitrile gets acrylonitrile acid nitrile through cyanidation reaction, and then gets acrylic acid through hydrolysis. This method is characterized by simplicity and high efficiency, but it is more polluting to the environment.
◆ Oxidation method is to oxidize acrylonitrile with oxygen in the air under the action of catalyst to produce acrylic acid. This method is relatively environmentally friendly, but the selection of catalyst and the control of reaction conditions are more complicated.
◆ Hydrolysis method is to react acrylonitrile with water to produce acrylic acid. This method is relatively simple, but the control of reaction conditions is more demanding.


2. Principle and steps of preparing acrylic acid by cyanidation method
◆ The principle of preparing acrylic acid by cyanidation method is to react acrylonitrile with chlorine gas to produce acrylonitrile acid nitrile.
◆ The specific steps are as follows.
(1)Add acrylonitrile and chlorine into the reactor, and make the reaction by heating and stirring.
(2)Under appropriate temperature and pressure, acrylonitrile and chlorine gas react to form acrylonitrile acid nitrile.
(3) Acrylonitrile acid nitrile is purified to obtain acrylonitrile acid by distillation and other methods.
(4) Hydrolyze the acrylonitrile acid to generate acrylic acid.


3. Principle and steps of preparing acrylic acid by oxidizing method
The principle of preparing acrylic acid by oxidation method is to oxidize acrylonitrile with oxygen under the action of catalyst to produce acrylic acid.
The specific steps are as follows.
(1)Add acrylonitrile and oxygen in the air into the reaction kettle and carry out oxidation reaction under the action of catalyst.
(2)Under appropriate temperature and pressure, acrylonitrile and oxygen undergo oxidation reaction to produce acrylic acid.
(3) Pure acrylic acid is obtained by purification of acrylic acid through distillation and other methods.


4. Principle and steps of preparing acrylic acid by hydrolysis method
◆ The principle of preparing acrylic acid by hydrolysis is to react acrylonitrile with water to produce acrylic acid.
The specific steps are as follows.
(1)Add acrylonitrile and water into the reactor and make the reaction by heating and stirring.
(2)Under appropriate temperature and pressure, acrylonitrile and water undergo hydrolysis reaction to generate acrylic acid.
(3) By distillation and other methods, the acrylic acid is purified to obtain pure acrylic acid.

 

Applications of Acrylic Acid

1. In the plastics industry, acrylic acid can be used to make plastic products such as polypropylene.
2. In the paint industry, acrylic acid can be used to make acrylic emulsions, which are the basic components of paints.
3. In the textile industry, acrylic acid can be used to make acrylic fibers used in the production of textiles.
4. In the rubber industry, acrylic acid can be made into acrylic rubber, which is used in the production of rubber products.

Acrylic Acid

 

Chemical Properties of Acrylic Acid

 

 

It is miscible with water, alcohol, ether, benzene, chloroform, and acetone. It polymerizes readily in the presence of oxygen. Exothermic polymerization at room temperature may cause acrylic acid to become explosive if confined. It is sensitive to heat and sunlight. It is normally supplied as the inhibited monomer (inhibited with 200 ppm hydroquinone monomethyl ether), but because of its relatively high freezing point it often partly solidifies and the solid phase (and the vapour) will then be free of the inhibitor which remains in the liquid phase. Even the un-inhibited form may be stored safely below the melting point, but such material will polymerize exothermically at ambient temperature and may accelerate to a violent or explosive state if confined. It is also a fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Acrylic acid is incompatible with strong oxidizers, strong bases, strong alkalies and pure nitrogen. It may polymerize (sometimes explosively) on contact with amines, ammonia, oleum and chlorosulfonic acid, iron salts and peroxides. It may corrode iron and steel.

Precautions for the use of Acrylic Acid

 

1. Surface treatment: Make sure the surface to be adhered is clean, dry and free of oil. Sand the surface of the object to be bonded to improve adhesion.
2. Mixing glue: Mix glue A and glue B according to the proportions specified in the instructions and stir well. Pay attention to the proportion and mixing time to ensure the uniformity of the glue.
3. Apply glue: Apply the mixed acrylic AB glue on the surface to be bonded, try to apply a thin layer. Then align the bonding surface and apply gentle pressure to ensure a tight fit between the two bonded objects.
4. Storage of remaining adhesive: After using the remaining acrylic AB adhesive, it can be stored in a specific way to maintain its effectiveness.
5. Safety measures: Acrylic topcoat is flammable, please keep away from fire source. Smoking is prohibited within the construction area.
• Air circulation must be maintained during construction and protective measures must be taken to avoid inhaling solvent vapors or paint mist. Skin and eyes must not come into contact with acrylic oil-based finishes.
• The acrylic oil-based topcoat must be stirred well before use.
• Acrylic oil-based finishes should be thinned with the specified thinner.

Acrylic Acid Structural Short Formula

 

Acrylic acid is an open, cyclic organic substance that has two carbon atoms and consists of the unit -COOCH3, which has the structural short form CH2=CHCOOH. acrylic acid is more [[]] than other organic substances, and therefore it has a very wide range of applications.
Because of its double bond properties, acrylic acid is extremely flexible and can be used to synthesize different organic compounds such as polyurethane rubber, synthetic rubber, cellulose ether, hot stamping oils and esters by coordinating with other organic substances. In the medical field, acrylic acid is used in human cell tissue engineering, and can be used for oral cavity repair and skin repair, among others.
Acrylic acid is also used in food products such as cocoa powder, syrups, candies, and flavorings. In addition, acrylic acid is often used as a solvent to use other organics such as inks, paints, lacquers, latex paints, and more.
Acrylic acid is a very important organic substance that plays an important role in the manufacture of food and other organic products. With this in mind, acrylic acid necessitates a great deal of research to determine how best to utilize its technology for people's lives.

 

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Kaitai Petrochemical was founded in July 2004. With the strong support of all sectors of society, it established a subsidiary in Gaoqing County in 2011 and officially put into production in October 2013. Since 2018, Kaitai has newly put into operation the 180000 tons high-end white oil project of its subsidiary. Kaitai Petrochemical has developed into a diversified chemical group company.
Shandong kaitai is located in beautiful Qi ancient capital- Zibo, which enjoys superior geographic position and convenient traffic- north to Huanghe River, east to Qingdao port, and south to the Jinan airport, Shandong Kaitai never ceases its effort to serve customers, and sold acrylic acid esters to most parts of China and overseas. Kaitai is a comprehensive enterprise integrating acrylic acid, acrylic ester and white oil production.
Shandong Kaitai Petrochemical adheres to the enterprise tenet of "pursuing high-quality development of the enterprise, rewarding shareholders, "Constantly improve the happiness index of employees and take the road of common prosperity", implements sunshine management, develops with customers, grows with employees. Fulfill social responsibility and build a respected enterprise; Fulfill economic responsibilities, build an enterprise with good benefits and prospects, make employees rich together, have higher income, better welfare, more status and dignity, create a happy place, live better and realize the dream of Kaitai.
Shadong Kaitai has more than 1000 employees, including 200 with medium and senior professional titles. Shandong Kaitai was qualified to be national "three systems" certified enterprise; Shandong acrylate Engineering Technology Research Center; High tech enterprises in Shandong Province; Shandong honest enterprise; "Kaitai" acrylic acid is a famous brand product in Shandong Province. In 2019, the comprehensive strength of Kaitai ranked 42nd among the top 100 enterprises in Zibo.

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FAQ
 

Q: What is acrylic acid?

A: Acrylic acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula C3H4O2. It is the simplest unsaturated carboxylic acid. It consists of a vinyl group and a carboxyl group. It is a colorless clear liquid with a pungent odor.

Q: What are the physical properties of acrylic acid?

A: Appearance: colorless clear liquid
Odor: irritating
Melting point: about 13℃ (data from different sources vary slightly)
Boiling point: about 141℃ (some data are 140.9℃ or 141.6℃)
Density: about 1.05 g/cm³ (may vary at different temperatures and pressures)
Solubility: easily soluble in solvents such as water, ethanol, ether and chloroform

Q: What are the chemical properties of acrylic acid?

A: Acrylic acid is chemically active and easily polymerized in the air. It can be reduced to propionic acid by hydrogenation. It can undergo addition reactions, functional group reactions, ester exchange reactions, etc., and has strong corrosiveness and acidity.

Q: What are the main uses of acrylic acid?

A: Acrylic acid is widely used in the manufacture of acrylic resins and acrylic esters (such as methyl ester, ethyl ester, butyl ester, etc.), which are further used in coatings, chemical fibers, textiles, adhesives, papermaking, leather, plastic modification and other fields. In addition, acrylic acid is also used in the production of agricultural water-retaining materials, detergents, pulp processing agents and even food additives.

Q: What are the preparation methods of acrylic acid?

A: Propylene oxidation method: Propylene reacts with oxygen in the air under the action of a catalyst to produce acrylic acid. This is the most widely used preparation method.
Acrylonitrile hydrolysis method: Acrylonitrile is hydrolyzed in the presence of a catalyst to produce acrylic acid.
Other methods: including hydration of propylene, hydrogenation of acrylonitrile, etc., but they are relatively less used.

Q: Is acrylic acid a dangerous good?

A: Yes, according to the "Catalogue of Hazardous Chemicals", acrylic acid belongs to the third category of flammable liquid dangerous goods and has a certain degree of corrosiveness. Its vapor and air can form an explosive mixture, which can cause combustion and explosion when exposed to open flames and high heat.

Q: What safety measures should be taken when operating acrylic acid?

A: Wear protective glasses, work clothes, work hats and rubber gloves.
Production equipment should be closed, and working and storage places should have good ventilation conditions.
Avoid contact with acrylic acid solution or steam. If accidental contact occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical assistance.

Q: How is acrylic acid used in the coating industry?

A: Acrylic acid is one of the important ingredients in the coating industry and is used to make acrylic resin coatings. This type of coating has the characteristics of light color, high transparency, bright and full, weather resistance, color retention, gloss retention, strong adhesion, corrosion resistance, hardness, and flexibility.

Q: What is the use of acrylic acid in agriculture?

A: Acrylic acid can be used as a water-retaining material in agriculture. Because it can quickly absorb and retain a large amount of water, it has potential applications in agricultural irrigation and soil water retention.

Q: What factors affect the price of acrylic acid?

A: The price of acrylic acid is affected by many factors such as the price of raw materials (such as propylene), market supply and demand, production costs, policies and regulations.

Q: What substances are easy to react with acrylic acid?

A: Acrylic acid has active chemical properties and is easy to react with oxidants, reducing agents, acids and alkalis. At the same time, it can also react with a variety of organic and inorganic substances by addition, esterification and other reactions.

Q: What equipment is needed in the production process of acrylic acid?

A: The production process of acrylic acid requires a variety of equipment such as reactors, distillation towers, condensers, and storage tanks. These equipment need to meet the requirements of corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance, and high pressure resistance.

Q: What are the characteristics of acrylic resin?

A: Acrylic resin has the characteristics of light color, high transparency, good weather resistance, strong adhesion, corrosion resistance, high hardness, and good flexibility. It can be prepared by selecting monomers, adjusting ratios, changing preparation methods, or mixing with other resins to produce acrylic resins with different properties.

Q: What is the impact of acrylic acid on the environment?

A: Acrylic acid may have a certain impact on the environment during production and use. Therefore, environmental protection measures need to be taken to reduce its pollution to the environment. For example, use environmentally friendly raw materials, strictly control wastewater discharge, and improve the utilization rate of raw materials.

Q: Can acrylic acid be mixed with other substances?

A: Acrylic acid can be mixed with a variety of substances, but the mixing ratio and mixing method need to be determined according to specific application scenarios and needs. At the same time, attention should be paid to the stability and safety of the mixture.

Q: How to store and transport acrylic acid?

A: Acrylic acid should be stored in a cool, ventilated and dry warehouse, away from fire and heat sources. During transportation, it is necessary to avoid high temperature and exposure to sunlight, and prevent leakage and breakage. At the same time, relevant dangerous goods transportation regulations need to be observed.

Q: What are the health hazards of acrylic acid?

A: Acrylic acid has certain health hazards to the human body. Its vapor or solution is irritating to the skin and mucous membranes, and can cause respiratory irritation and poisoning symptoms after inhalation. Long-term contact or exposure to high concentrations of acrylic acid may cause more serious health effects.

Q: What is the market situation of the acrylic acid industry?

A: The acrylic acid industry has a large application scale in both the global and Chinese markets and continues to grow. With the development of science and technology and the expansion of the market, the application areas of acrylic acid are also expanding.

Q: What are the applications of acrylic acid in the medical field?

A: Acrylic acid can be used in the medical field to manufacture components of certain drugs and medical devices. For example, it can be used to prepare medical glues, coatings and other products to improve the corrosion resistance and biocompatibility of medical devices.

Q: How do I choose a quality acrylic acid product?

A: When choosing high-quality acrylic products, you need to consider the purity, stability, safety and other aspects of the product. It is recommended to choose well-known brands and reputable manufacturers to ensure the quality and reliability of the product. At the same time, the product needs to be fully inspected and tested before use to ensure that it meets the application requirements and safety standards. 

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