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Styrene Acrylic Emulsion (Industrial Grade)

Styrene Acrylic Emulsion is a water-based polymer widely used as a binder in paints, adhesives, and coatings. Offered in industrial grade for professional applications in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number25085-02-3
Chemical Formula(C8H8)n-(C3H4O2)m [copolymer]
AppearanceMilky white liquid emulsion
Packaging200 kg poly-lined steel drums
StorageCool, dry, ventilated chemical storage away from freezing temperatures

Styrene Acrylic Emulsion (Industrial Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameStyrene Acrylic Emulsion (Industrial Grade)
CategoryPaints and Coating
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Styrene Acrylic Emulsion (Industrial Grade)

Styrene Acrylic Emulsion is a copolymer latex that combines the properties of styrene and acrylic monomers, providing excellent adhesion, flexibility, and durability. It is commonly supplied in water-based emulsion form, making it suitable for use in environmentally friendly coatings and adhesives. This emulsion improves the water resistance and weatherability of finished products. In industrial applications, Styrene Acrylic Emulsion is extensively used as a binder in architectural and industrial coatings, providing formulations with good color retention and resistance to cracking. It also serves as a key component in adhesives that require strong bonding properties to porous and non-porous substrates. Handling of this chemical requires avoidance of freezing and prolonged exposure to heat, with storage recommended in a cool, dry, and ventilated environment to maintain product stability. Bulk drum supply options support large-scale procurement for manufacturing operations. Finstar Chemicals supplies this emulsion to buyers focused on coatings, adhesives, and construction chemicals, supporting markets within Kenya and the wider East African region. Professional buyers benefit from tailored packaging and documentation to meet industrial quality control requirements. Selection of the correct grade of styrene acrylic emulsion avoids common formulation failures like poor film formation or inadequate adhesion, ensuring reliable product performance in final applications.

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Applications

Architectural coatingsUsed as a binder in exterior and interior paints to enhance film flexibility and durability against weathering.
Adhesives formulationProvides strong adhesive properties for white glues, paper bonding, and wood composites.
Textile finishesApplied as a binder in textile coatings to improve fabric stiffness and resistance to washing.
Paper coatingImproves gloss and printability in paper products through enhanced surface smoothness.
Construction chemicalsIncorporated in cement and plaster formulations to improve adhesion and crack resistance.

Benefits

Enhanced film flexibilityThe combined styrene-acrylic structure imparts elasticity, reducing cracking in paint films.
Strong adhesion to diverse substratesAdheres well to glass, wood, metal, and plastics, making it versatile for multiple industrial uses.
Waterborne formulation advantageWater-based nature lowers VOC emissions, supporting regulatory compliance in coatings manufacturing.
Improved weather resistanceChemical composition resists UV degradation, extending the service life of coated surfaces.
Stable emulsion for consistent processingManufactured for stable particle size distribution, preventing separation and easing formulation.

Features

Industrial-grade purityOptimized for manufacturing processes with consistent solids content and minimal impurities.
Bulk drum packagingAvailable in 200 kg drums designed for ease of handling with forklifts and safe storage.
Comprehensive documentationSupplied with Certificates of Analysis and safety data sheets to support compliance needs.
Versatile compatibilityFormulated for compatibility with various crosslinkers, thickeners, and coalescing agents.

Industries Served

Paints & CoatingsUsed to produce durable and flexible paints for architectural and industrial applications.
Adhesive ManufacturingIntegral in formulating adhesives for packaging, woodworking, and paper industries.
Textile FinishingApplied as a binder in coatings and finishes to enhance fabric performance.
Construction ChemicalsImproves the bonding and mechanical properties of cementitious products.

Styrene Acrylic Emulsion (Industrial Grade) is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Styrene Acrylic Emulsion (Industrial Grade) is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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