Genapol LRO liquid
Anionic emulsifier for emulsion polymerization
Genapol LRO liquid is used as anionic emulsifiers for the emulsion polymerization of pure-acrylic, styrene-acrylic and vinyl acetate dispersions
Benefits
The use of Genapol LRO liquid offers the following advantages:
- free of alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO)
- readily biodegradable
- FDA approved
Performance in emulsion polymerization:
- improved stability of the monomer emulsion
- low coagulum formation during polymerization
- control of particle size of the polymer dispersion
- improved viscosity of the polymer dispersions
Performance in paint binders:
increases the tinting strength of tinted emulsion paint
Product properties Genapol LRO
Active substance content———————— About 27% in water
Appearance at 20°C ——————————Clear liquid
Density (DIN 51757) at 20°C ——————About 1,05 g/cm3
Solubility at 25°C——————————— Genapol® LRO liquid is soluble in water
Viscosity at 20°C——————————— < 100 mPas
pH of a 5 % aqueous solution————— About 4 - 6
Biodegradability ——————————— Genapol® LRO liquid is readily biodegradable.
Crystallization point_______________________ Below 10°C
Naturally derived carbon content_________ About 76%
