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SOKALAN CP 301

Sokalan CP 301 serves as an effective dispersant in textile processing chemicals, helping maintain suspension stability and preventing deposition of inorganic impurities during manufacturing processes.
Sokalan CP 301 is also utilized in water treatment formulations, cooling water systems, boiler treatment chemicals, and industrial process cleaners because of its excellent scale inhibition and crystal growth modification properties.

CAS Number: 9003-04-7 (Poly(acrylic acid), sodium salt)
EC Number: 618-347-7 (Polymer; EC number is generally assigned to the polymer substance and may vary depending on registration status)
Molecular Formula: Variable polymer; repeating unit approximately (C₃H₃NaO₂)n
Molecular Weight: Variable polymer (typically 4,000–6,000 g/mol for Sokalan® CP 301 grade)

SYNONYMS:
SOKALAN CP 301, Sokalan® CP 301, Sodium Polyacrylate, Poly(acrylic acid) Sodium Salt, Sodium Polycarboxylate, Acrylic Acid Homopolymer Sodium Salt, Polyacrylate Dispersant, Anionic Polycarboxylate, Polyacrylic Acid Sodium Salt

Sokalan CP 301 is a high-performing dispersant and readily biodegradable (OECD 301 F) with excellent handling properties.
Above its melting point of 44°C, Sokalan CP 301 shows handy viscosities.
Sokalan CP 301 provides efficient dispersion, stabilization and crystal growth inhibition in Crop Protection formulations (SC, DC, FS).

Sokalan CP 301 is also highly effective for pigment dispersions in coatings & adhesives.
Sokalan CP 301 is a high-performance anionic polycarboxylate dispersant based on sodium polyacrylate technology.
Sokalan CP 301 is specifically developed to improve the performance of detergent formulations by preventing the precipitation and redeposition of inorganic salts and particulate soils.

Sokalan CP 301 functions as an efficient dispersing agent, scale inhibitor, anti-redeposition agent, and crystal growth modifier in both household and industrial cleaning products.
Sokalan CP 301's excellent calcium-binding capacity and superior dispersion efficiency significantly improve washing performance, particularly under hard water conditions.

Sokalan CP 301 is compatible with numerous detergent ingredients, including surfactants, builders, enzymes, bleaching systems, and water-softening agents.
Sokalan CP 301 fills a gap in the market by offering a high-performance and easily biodegradable alternative to existing dispersants.

USES and APPLICATIONS of SOKALAN CP 301:
Because of its excellent chemical stability and broad formulation compatibility, Sokalan CP 301 is widely used in modern phosphate-free and environmentally optimized detergent systems.
Sokalan CP 301 is extensively used in household laundry detergents where it functions as a dispersing agent, anti-redeposition polymer, and scale inhibitor to improve overall washing performance, particularly under hard water conditions.

Sokalan CP 301 is widely incorporated into automatic dishwashing detergents to prevent mineral scale formation, inhibit calcium carbonate precipitation, and maintain excellent cleaning efficiency on dishes, glassware, and machine components.
Sokalan CP 301 is commonly used in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations where dispersion of inorganic particles, prevention of scale deposits, and stabilization of suspended solids are essential for reliable cleaning performance.

Sokalan CP 301 is suitable for numerous specialty chemical formulations including pigment dispersions, ceramic processing, paper manufacturing, mining chemicals, and construction additives requiring efficient particle dispersion and metal ion control.
Because of its excellent compatibility with surfactants, enzymes, bleaching systems, builders, chelating agents, and corrosion inhibitors, Sokalan CP 301 provides formulators with exceptional flexibility for developing high-performance cleaning products.

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of SOKALAN CP 301:
Sokalan CP 301 is an anionic acrylic acid homopolymer supplied as its sodium salt in aqueous solution.
Sokalan CP 301 contains numerous carboxylate functional groups that strongly interact with calcium, magnesium, and other multivalent metal ions.
These functional groups inhibit crystal growth and prevent the precipitation of hardness salts during washing.

Sokalan CP 301 effectively disperses inorganic particles, clay, metal oxides, and soil particles, preventing their redeposition onto textile fibers or cleaned surfaces.
Sokalan CP 301's high molecular stability allows efficient performance across a broad pH range and under elevated washing temperatures.
Sokalan CP 301 remains compatible with most surfactants, builders, enzymes, bleaching agents, and detergent additives without causing formulation instability.

CHARACTERISTICS of SOKALAN CP 301:
Sokalan CP 301 exhibits outstanding calcium sequestration efficiency.
Sokalan CP 301 effectively inhibits crystal growth of calcium carbonate and other mineral salts.
Sokalan CP 301 provides excellent dispersion of inorganic particles.

Sokalan CP 301 minimizes soil redeposition during washing.
Sokalan CP 301 performs efficiently in hard water conditions.
Sokalan CP 301 remains chemically stable over a broad pH range.

Sokalan CP 301 exhibits excellent compatibility with modern detergent ingredients.
Sokalan CP 301 contributes to improved detergency without generating excessive foam.
Sokalan CP 301 demonstrates excellent thermal stability during detergent manufacturing.

Sokalan CP 301's liquid form simplifies formulation and dosing.
Sokalan CP 301 contributes to cleaner washing systems by minimizing scale accumulation.
Sokalan CP 301 performs efficiently in both phosphate-containing and phosphate-free formulations.

BENEFITS of SOKALAN CP 301:
Sokalan CP 301 significantly improves detergent performance in hard water.
Sokalan CP 301 prevents precipitation of calcium and magnesium salts that reduce cleaning efficiency.
Excellent dispersion of particulate soils improves washing results and fabric appearance.

Sokalan CP 301 reduces mineral scale formation on washing equipment and heating elements.
Sokalan CP 301's anti-redeposition properties help maintain fabric brightness after repeated washing cycles.
Sokalan CP 301 enhances the performance of surfactants and builders through synergistic interactions.
High formulation compatibility enables flexible detergent design.

Sokalan CP 301's liquid form simplifies industrial handling and manufacturing.
Sokalan CP 301 contributes to improved operational efficiency by minimizing equipment fouling.
Sokalan CP 301 supports the development of phosphate-free detergent formulations with excellent cleaning performance.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION of SOKALAN CP 301:
Sokalan CP 301 functions primarily through threshold inhibition, dispersion, and crystal growth modification mechanisms rather than simple metal ion chelation.
Sokalan CP 301's multiple carboxylate groups adsorb onto growing mineral crystals, preventing further crystal growth and reducing the formation of hard deposits.
Sokalan CP 301 significantly improves the effectiveness of surfactants by maintaining suspended soils and hardness salts in solution throughout the washing process.
Because it exhibits excellent stability over a wide pH and temperature range, Sokalan CP 301 is suitable for both liquid and powder detergent formulations.

Sokalan CP 301 is widely used in modern phosphate-free detergent technologies where polymer dispersants play an increasingly important role in maintaining cleaning performance while reducing environmental impact.
Its excellent compatibility with enzymes, bleach activators, optical brighteners, fragrances, and preservatives makes Sokalan CP 301 one of the most versatile polymeric detergent additives available for household and industrial cleaning formulations.

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of SOKALAN CP 301:
Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Color: Colorless to pale yellow
Odor: Mild or practically odorless
Physical State: Liquid
Chemical Nature: Sodium polyacrylate solution
Polymer Type: Acrylic acid homopolymer
Ionic Character: Anionic
Active Matter: Approximately 40–45%

pH (10% solution): Approximately 7–9
Density (20°C): Approximately 1.25–1.35 g/cm³
Dynamic Viscosity (20°C): Approximately 500–2,500 mPa·s
Solubility in Water: Completely soluble
Solubility in Organic Solvents: Limited
Molecular Weight: Approximately 4,000–6,000 g/mol
Glass Transition Temperature (Polymer): Above ambient temperature
Freezing Point: Approximately 0°C
Boiling Point: Approximately 100°C (aqueous solution)

Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Flash Point: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Flammability: Non-flammable
Oxidizing Properties: None
Explosive Properties: None
Surface Activity: Does not function as a surfactant
Calcium Binding Capacity: Excellent
Magnesium Binding Capacity: Very good

Scale Inhibition: Excellent
Crystal Growth Inhibition: Excellent
Dispersion Efficiency: Excellent
Anti-redeposition Performance: Excellent
Hard Water Stability: Outstanding
Electrolyte Compatibility: High
Thermal Stability: Excellent under recommended processing conditions
Hydrolytic Stability: Excellent

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage conditions
Biodegradability: Limited (typical for polyacrylate polymers)
VOC Content: Negligible
Product Name: SOKALAN® CP 301
Chemical Type: Polycarboxylate Polymer
Chemical Family: Acrylic Acid Homopolymer
INCI/Generic Chemical Name: Polyacrylic Acid, Sodium Salt (Aqueous Solution)
CAS No.: 9003-04-7 (Poly(acrylic acid), sodium salt)

EC No.: 618-347-7 (Polymer; EC number is generally assigned to the polymer substance and may vary depending on registration status)
Molecular Formula: Variable polymer; repeating unit approximately (C₃H₃NaO₂)n
Molecular Weight: Variable polymer (typically 4,000–6,000 g/mol for Sokalan® CP 301 grade)
Polymer Type: Anionic Polycarboxylate
Ionic Character: Anionic
Physical Form: Aqueous Liquid Solution
Active Content: Approximately 40–45% (commercial grade, depending on specification)

FIRST AID MEASURES of SOKALAN CP 301:
-Description of first-aid measures
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with
water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed.
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of SOKALAN CP 301:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of SOKALAN CP 301:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of SOKALAN CP 301:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter A
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of SOKALAN CP 301:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of SOKALAN CP 301:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available