Acrylic Acid (stabilized) — properties & hazards overview
Boiling point
~ 140 °C
Flash point
Moderate (combustible)
Vapour
Pungent; polymerises if unstabilized
Water solubility
Miscible
Toxicity
corrosive/irritant
Flammability
combustible
Chronic risk
sensitisation possible
Environmental
VOC/COD load
| Property | Value / Note |
|---|---|
| Reactivity | Unsaturated acid; self-polymerises exothermically if inhibitor depleted or heated. |
| Inhibitor | Typically MEHQ; requires dissolved oxygen — monitor inhibitor level & temperature. |
| Materials | FRP, PVC-C, PP, PTFE; 316L generally acceptable. Avoid copper; manage fouling from polymer deposits. |
| Uses | Monomer for acrylics, coatings, adhesives. |
*Handle as stabilised product; temperature, oxygen and inhibitor control are critical.