Eagle Styrene Acrylic 72/50

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Eagle Styrene Acrylic 72/50 is a co-polymer emulsion consisting of styrene and acrylic monomers, offered at 50% active solids concentration in water. It appears as a milky-white, low-viscosity liquid with a mild odor. This polymer emulsion combines excellent film-forming properties, adhesion, and mechanical strength, making it widely used in coatings, adhesives, sealants, and functional binders across multiple industries.

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Categories: Admixtures, Binders/Resins, Fillers and Reinforcements, Finishing Agents, Functional Coatings, Waterproofing Agents Tags: Carpet Adhesive, Construction Sealant, Eagle Styrene Acrylic 72/50, Exterior Paint Binder, Styrene-Acrylic Emulsion 50%, Texture Paint Base, Water-Based SA Emulsion

Description

Eagle Styrene Acrylic 72/50 Uses

Table of Contents

Primary Uses

Paints & Coatings

Serves as a primary binder in interior and exterior water-based paints, delivering excellent film formation, hardness, and scrub resistance.
Improves adhesion to various substrates like drywall, metal, and wood.
Enhances flexibility to resist cracking and chalking under environmental stress.

Construction & Building Materials

Used in acrylic latex caulks, sealants, and joint compounds for excellent seal integrity and flexibility.
Acts as a binder in cementitious tile adhesives, masonry coatings, and patching compounds.
Improves water resistance, adhesion, and workability of cement renders and stucco finishes.

Adhesives & Binders

Incorporated into pressure-sensitive adhesives, enhancing peel and tack strength.
Used in hot-melt and cold-water adhesives for bonding paper, board, textiles, and laminates.
Employed in nonwoven fabric lamination as a binder to control stiffness and handle time.

Paper & Packaging

Serves as a binder in coatings that provide gloss, printability, and water resistance to paper and board.
Used in packaging adhesives for corrugated board lamination and box sealing.

Textiles & Fibers

Acts as a finishing aid for textile treatments to improve hand feel and dimensional stability.
Used in impregnation formulations for fabric reinforcement and coating.

Woodworking & Veneer

Used as a wood primer or sealer, improving adhesion of paints and varnishes.
Employed in laminating adhesives for plywood and particleboard products.

Secondary Uses

Industrial & Decorative Flooring

Used as binder in decorative concrete overlays and thin-set floor toppings.
Serves in maintenance coatings for concrete and sports surfaces.

Arts & Crafts

Available as a binder in art gesso, craft glues, and decorative coatings.

Automotive & Transportation

Incorporated in flexible coatings and primers for metal and composite parts.
Serves in interior coatings and adhesives for trim and upholstery.

PRODUCT KEY FEATURES

Basic Identification Attributes

Product Name: Eagle Styrene Acrylic 72/50
Active Content: 50% solids in aqueous emulsion
Styrene/Acrylic Ratio: Approximately 72/28 by weight
Appearance: Milky-white liquid emulsion
Odor: Mild acrylic/styrene aroma
pH (as supplied): Typically 3.5–5.0
Viscosity: Low — 100–500 cP (Brookfield, spindle 2/20 rpm)
Particle Size: ~150–300 nm (typical styrene–acrylic latex)

Physical & Chemical Properties

Film Appearance: Clear, glossy to matte depending on formulation
Adhesion: Excellent on porous substrates, metals, and painted surfaces
Flexibility: Good — resists cracking across wide temperature ranges
Water Resistance: Fair; improves upon mild crosslinking or coalescent use
Chemical Resistance: Moderate; resistant to dilute acids and alkalis, weak solvents
Stability: Stable if stored properly; can be affected by freezing or bacterial growth

Safety & Hazard Attributes

Hazard Class (GHS): Non-hazardous as supplied (aqueous emulsion)
Toxicity: Low; not classified as a health hazard in standard aqueous form
VOC Content: Typically <50 g/L as per 50% solids basis
Flammability: Non-flammable liquid

Storage & Handling Attributes

Storage Conditions: Store between 5–38 °C; avoid frost and freezing
Container Type: Plastic drums, IBC totes, or lined steel containers
Shelf Life: 6–12 months from manufacture date when stored correctly
Handling Precautions: Use PPE to avoid splashes; ensure good ventilation
Avoid Contamination: Keep containers sealed between uses; add biocide if long retention

Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

Complies with major paint and adhesive regulations (incl. TSCA, REACH)
VOC levels suitable for low-VOC/GreenSeal, LEED-type, and regional Paint VOC regulations
Non-toxic and safe for interior-building applications when fully dried

Environmental & Health Impact

Ecotoxicity: Low to moderate; avoid direct discharge to water bodies
Biodegradability: Partial biodegradability of polymer components
Bioaccumulation: Not expected

Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: Not classified

SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

Safety Handling Precautions

PPE Required:

Gloves (nitrile or PVC)
Safety goggles or face shield
Protective clothing if contact is possible during bulk handling

Handling Guidelines:

Prevent aerosol formation; avoid inhalation of spray mists
Clean spills with absorbent material, dispose per local regulations
Maintain container hygiene to avoid microbial contamination

Storage Measures:

Keep sealed and stored away from freezing; gently roll before drawing to re-distribute solids
Use FIFO system to avoid age-related gel formation
Avoid contact with oxidizing agents

Hygiene Practices:

Wash hands after handling
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use
Clean splash areas to prevent slips or accidental contact

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if respiratory distress occurs
Skin Contact: Rinse with water; wash with soap if prolonged exposure
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical care if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; drink water; seek medical help if large amounts ingested

Firefighting Measures

Fire Hazards: Not flammable; water-based emulsion
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or CO₂ based on surrounding fire
Special Precautions: Wear full firefighting PPE and SCBA
Decomposition Products: May release CO, CO₂, low-level volatile organic compounds at high heat