What is vinyl acetate monomer CAS 108-05-4?
CAS 108-05-4 Vinyl acetate monomer VAM is a clear, colourless liquid with a sweet and pungent odour. It is slightly miscible with water and soluble in most organic solvents. It is a significant intermediate used in producing various resins and polymers for paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers. VAM homo-polymerises efficiently to polyvinyl acetate (PVA) and is used in numerous random co- and ter polymers. It readily copolymerises with various monomers, imparting durability, strength, transparency, and elevated Tg to polymers.
| ITERM | RESULT |
PRODUCT NAME |
Vinyl Acetate Monomer/VAM |
Appearance |
Colorless liquid |
Molar mass |
86.090 g·mol−1 |
Density |
0.934 g/cm3 |
Melting point |
−93.5 °C (−136.3 °F; 179.7 K) |
Boiling point |
72.7 °C (162.9 °F; 345.8 K) |
Flash point |
−8 °C |
What is vinyl acetate monomer CAS 108-05-4 used for?
Adhesives: Vinyl Acetate Monomer VAM is a key ingredient in the production of adhesives. When polymerized, it forms polyvinyl acetate (PVA), which is widely used as a binder in adhesives for woodworking, paperboard, packaging, and construction applications. PVA adhesives offer good adhesion, flexibility, and water resistance.
Coatings: VAM chemical is utilized in the production of various coatings and paints. It can be copolymerized with other monomers, such as acrylics, to produce coatings with enhanced properties, including adhesion, flexibility, and resistance to weathering and chemicals.
Textile and Nonwoven Fabrics: VAM is used in the textile industry as a binder for nonwoven fabrics. It helps improve the strength, durability, and stability of nonwoven materials, making them suitable for applications such as hygiene products, filtration media, and geotextiles.
Emulsion Polymers: Vinyl Acetate Monomer is a key component in the production of emulsion polymers. It is used to create stable emulsions, which are then polymerized to form latex dispersions. These latex dispersions find applications in paper coatings, textile finishes, and carpet backings, among others.
Resins and Films: VAM chemical can be polymerized to form vinyl acetate-based resins and films. These resins and films are used in various applications, including packaging materials, labels, protective coatings, and laminates.
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