Poly(acrylic acid), sodium salt, powder [MW ~ 6,000]

Poly(acrylic acid), sodium salt is a highly water-soluble super-absorbent polymer that offers excellent dispersing, thickening, and stabilizing properties. Its ability to absorb and retain water makes it a valuable ingredient in superabsorbent materials, coatings, and pharmaceutical formulations.
PAANa is a water-soluble anionic polymer (polyelectrolyte). Used at low molecular weights as pigment dispersant and at higher molecular weights as a flocculant. Polymer can form complexes with poly(ethylene oxide) and with nucleotides.

Applications:

Superabsorbent Materials: Used in hygiene products, diapers, and agricultural water-retaining gels.

Coatings & Adhesives: Enhances adhesion, viscosity, and durability in water-based coatings.

Pharmaceutical & Medical Formulations: Functions as a controlled-release agent and bioadhesive polymer.

Detergents & Cleaning Products: Provides anti-redeposition and dispersion properties in liquid detergents.

Water Treatment & Industrial Uses: Acts as a scale inhibitor and dispersant in wastewater processing.