What is the difference between acrylic acid and glacial acrylic acid?

Oct 11, 2025 Leave a message

 

 

Glacial Acrylic Acid (GAA) is a glorified version of acrylic acid, its purity exceeding 99%, while its water percentage is near 0% (<0.1-0.3%).

 

What is acrylic acid(AA)?

Acrylic acid(AA) by Wanhua Chemical is an acrylic acid. It is a colorless and transparent liquid, with pungent smell and corrosivity.

 

What is glacial acrylic acid (GAA)?

GAA (glacial acrylic acid) is clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic acrid odor. It is miscible with water, alcohols and ethers. Acrylic acid will undergo the typical reactions of a carboxylic acid, as well as reactions of the double bond similar to those of the acrylate esters.

 

What is the difference between acrylic acid and glacial acrylic acid?

Differences Between Acrylic Acid and Glacial Acrylic Acid

Parameter Acrylic Acid Glacial Acrylic Acid (GAA)
Chemical Formula C₃H₄O₂ C₃H₄O₂
Purity Typically 94–98% ≥99.5% (industrial grade), ≥99.9% (high-purity grade)
Appearance Colorless to slightly yellow liquid Clear, colorless liquid; may solidify below 13°C
Freezing Point Below 10°C Around 13°C
Odor Pungent, irritating Pungent but slightly less due to higher purity
Water Content Contains trace moisture Extremely low moisture content
Applications Used in coatings, adhesives, and intermediates Preferred for polymerization-grade resins, SAP, and high-performance coatings
Storage Stability Less stable, may contain inhibitors More stable due to purification and inhibitor addition

 

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  • High Purity & Consistent Quality – Industrial and high-purity grades available (≥99.5% and ≥99.9%).
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