Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) for Emulsion
CAS Number: 108-05-4
Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) is the highest-volume commodity monomer for emulsion polymerization, supplied at ≥99.9% purity with HQ inhibitor at 3–5 ppm for safe storage and handling. It serves as the primary monomer for PVAc homopolymer emulsions, VAE (vinyl acetate–ethylene) copolymer dispersions, and PVOH precursor polymers. High reactivity and fast propagation rate make it suitable for continuous and semi-batch emulsion processes.
Technical Specifications
| purity | ≥99.9% |
| inhibitor HQ | 3–5 ppm |
| water content | ≤0.03% |
| acidity as acetic acid | ≤0.003% |
Applications
- PVAc homopolymer emulsion adhesives
- VAE copolymer dispersion for construction
- Polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) production
- Vinyl acrylic interior paint binders
- Textile and paper coating emulsions
Key Features
- Vinyl Acetate Monomer provides rapid polymerization kinetics ideal for high-throughput emulsion reactors
- Ultra-high purity ≥99.9% minimizes side reactions and ensures reproducible latex particle size
- Low residual inhibitor (3–5 ppm HQ) reduces induction time without compromising storage stability
- Broad compatibility with acrylic, ethylene, and VeoVa co-monomers for Tg tuning