Acriflow UL2 acid is an aqueous solution of a polyacrylic acid of low molecular weight. It is used as a dispersant, anti-scalent and suspending agent in a wide variety of industrial processes and applications including

  • mining and mineral handling (china clay, metal ores)
  • inorganic pigment dispersions
  • paper making
  • textile processing
  • paint manufacture
  • boiler water treatment

Properties

PropertyTypical Values
AppearancePale yellow, clear liquid
Solids Content47.5%
pH3.5
Brookfield Viscosity90 cps
Molecular Weight2000 Daltons

Packaging & Labelling

Standard packaging is in 210 litre UN-standard plastic drums at 240kg nett or 1000 litre Intermediate Bulk Containers at 1100kg nett. Each item of packaging is labelled with product name, batch number, date of manufacture, nett weight and relevant Health and Safety information. Can also be supplied in bulk road tankers.

Minimum Order Size

Our minimum order quantity is 4 drums or 1 IBC. Discounted prices are available for larger quantities.

For deep-sea destinations, the shipment of full container loads (of 80 drums or 18 IBCs) can be arranged at advantageous rates.

Hazard Classification

H315: Causes skin irritation.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

Not classified as hazardous for transport

CAS No: 9003-04-7

Approved for use in paper products for foodstuffs (FDA Ch. 176.17-18/BGA Ch.36).

Shelf Life

When stored sealed & unopened in the original packaging protected from direct sun light at 5-25°C the shelf life is over 6 months. If customer’s storage conditions do not match all these parameters then they should carry out their own tests to determine the shelf life under their specific storage conditions.

Related Materials

Acriflow UL-2 Acid is provided as the un-neutralised acid. We can also supply sodium salt , Acriflow UL-2, or for a low sodium alternative please contact us for a bespoke grade.

The Acriflow range includes products with higher molecular weight, the next larger being Acriflow 041-S.

Ordering

To receive a current price for the supply of Acriflow, please complete our quotation request form.

If you need further information, would like a sample, or would like to discuss the supply of a bespoke grade please contact us.