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Sokalan CP 5 Powder is a commercial powdered sodium salt of an acrylic acid–maleic acid copolymer.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder belongs to the water-soluble anionic polycarboxylate family, with numerous carboxylate groups providing dispersing and mineral-deposit control functions.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder serves principally as a detergent cobuilder, soil-suspension additive, and incrustation inhibitor in laundry, automatic dishwashing, and industrial cleaning formulations.
CAS Number: 52255-49-9, identifying the underlying copolymer sodium salt
EC Number: 610-814-3, identifying the underlying polymer
Molecular Formula: Variable; copolymer composition, chain length, and neutralization dependent
Molecular Weight: Variable; representative average molar mass approximately 70,000 g/mol for the powder grade
Synonyms: Sodium Acrylic Acid/MA Copolymer, poly(acrylic acid-co-maleic acid) sodium salt, acrylic acid–maleic anhydride polymer sodium salt, maleic anhydride–acrylic acid copolymer sodium salt, 2-propenoic acid polymer with 2,5-furandione sodium salt, 2-propenoic acid 2,5-furandione polymer sodium salt, maleic acid/acrylic acid copolymer sodium salt, sodium acrylate–sodium maleate copolymer, poly(sodium acrylate-co-sodium maleate), sodium acrylate/maleate copolymer, AA/MA copolymer sodium salt, MA/AA copolymer sodium salt, P(AA-MA) sodium salt, sodium acrylic–maleic copolymer, sodium acrylic acid–maleic anhydride copolymer, acrylic/maleic polycarboxylate sodium salt, sodium copolymeric polycarboxylate, acrylic–maleic copolymer powder, sodium acrylate/maleate copolymer powder, anionic polycarboxylate dispersant, water-soluble polycarboxylate powder, polymeric detergent cobuilder, polycarboxylate incrustation inhibitor, acrylic/maleic scale-control polymer, polycarboxylate soil dispersant, polymeric anti-redeposition additive, sodium polycarboxylate dispersant powder, CAS 52255-49-9, EC 610-814-3, DTXSID10891926
APPLICATIONS
Sokalan CP 5 Powder functions as a polymeric cobuilder in powdered laundry detergents.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder helps control mineral deposits that can accumulate on textiles during repeated washing.
Additionally, Sokalan CP 5 Powder supports cleaning performance by keeping detached particulate soil dispersed in the wash liquor.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder complements the functions of surfactants and primary detergent builders.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder supports phosphate-reduced and phosphate-free detergent systems.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder contributes incrustation control where alternative builders can leave residual mineral-deposition problems.
Moreover, Sokalan CP 5 Powder can form part of builder packages containing zeolites, carbonates, or silicates.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder requires evaluation within the complete builder system because water hardness and formulation balance affect performance.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder provides a means of controlling insoluble inorganic particles formed during washing.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder helps limit inorganic crystal growth and the subsequent deposition of mineral matter.
In addition, Sokalan CP 5 Powder contributes to the dispersion of precipitated solids rather than relying exclusively on stoichiometric hardness-ion binding.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder therefore offers complementary performance alongside conventional water-softening ingredients.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder contributes scale-control and dispersing functions to automatic dishwashing detergents.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder helps reduce mineral filming and the redeposition of suspended particles on washed articles.
Additionally, Sokalan CP 5 Powder supports surface appearance by limiting deposits that can interfere with cleanliness and shine.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder requires assessment for residue formation, dissolution, and performance under the intended wash conditions.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder serves as a dispersing auxiliary in industrial cleaning formulations.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder assists formulations that must manage suspended soil and mineral deposits simultaneously.
Moreover, Sokalan CP 5 Powder can supplement the cleaning action of alkaline builders and surfactants.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder should be selected according to the soil type, operating pH, water quality, and cleaning process.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder supports anti-redeposition performance where detached soil could settle back onto cleaned surfaces.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder contributes to maintaining particulate contamination in suspension during the cleaning stage.
In addition, Sokalan CP 5 Powder allows formulators to address soil dispersion separately from surfactant-driven wetting and oily-soil removal.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder delivers this function most effectively as part of a balanced detergent formulation.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder offers a concentrated solid ingredient for dry detergent blends and cleaning-product premixes.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder permits polymer incorporation without introducing the large water fraction associated with an aqueous polymer solution.
Additionally, Sokalan CP 5 Powder requires attention to particle distribution and segregation when blended with other powders.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder should be incorporated through a validated process that provides uniform distribution and adequate dissolution during use.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder has been incorporated into compacted and granulated alkaline cleaning compositions in documented formulation development.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder supplies the polymeric cleaning auxiliary within these structured solid formulations.
Moreover, Sokalan CP 5 Powder requires assessment of moisture, compaction behavior, disintegration, and residue formation when such product formats are developed.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder should not be assumed interchangeable with a pregranulated polymer grade solely because the underlying polymer chemistry is similar.
DESCRIPTION
Sokalan CP 5 Powder contains an acrylic acid–maleic acid copolymer in sodium-salt form.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder possesses a carbon-based polymer backbone carrying multiple carboxylate groups.
Additionally, Sokalan CP 5 Powder represents a distribution of polymer chains rather than a single discrete molecular species.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder consequently has no single fixed molecular formula or exact molecular weight applicable to every chain.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder is supplied as a water-soluble solid powder.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder has published representative values of approximately 92% polymer concentration and 400 g/L bulk density.
Moreover, Sokalan CP 5 Powder has a representative average molar mass of approximately 70,000 g/mol.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder requires confirmation against the current grade specification because these published values are representative rather than universal acceptance limits.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder develops its anionic character through carboxylate groups associated with sodium counterions.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder combines water affinity with interactions involving mineral particles and hardness-related deposits.
In addition, Sokalan CP 5 Powder belongs to a polymer family whose solution behavior depends on concentration, pH, and dissolved salts.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder differs from the corresponding acid-form polymer, partially neutralized grades, aqueous solutions, and separately specified granular products.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder requires dust control during transfer, blending, and cleanup.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder should be protected against moisture and excessive heat during storage.
Additionally, Sokalan CP 5 Powder belongs to a polycarboxylate family that generally undergoes slow biodegradation, making controlled waste management important.
Sokalan CP 5 Powder requires grade-specific verification of safety classification, transport status, and suitability for any regulated application.
PROPERTIES
Product Name: Sokalan CP 5 Powder
Chemical Name: Acrylic acid–maleic acid copolymer, sodium salt
Registry Index Name: 2-Propenoic acid, polymer with 2,5-furandione, sodium salt
Chemical Family: Anionic polycarboxylate
Functional Class: Polymeric dispersant and detergent cobuilder
CAS Number: 52255-49-9
EC Number: 610-814-3
DSSTox Identifier: DTXSID10891926
Molecular Formula: Variable; no single fixed molecular formula
Molecular Weight: Variable
Representative Average Molar Mass: Approximately 70,000 g/mol
Physical State: Solid powder
Representative Polymer Concentration: Approximately 92% by mass
Representative Bulk Density: Approximately 400 g/L; distinct from true material density
Water Solubility: Water-soluble
Volatility: Nonvolatile polymer under normal handling conditions
Boiling Point: Not applicable to the polymer as a discrete boiling substance
Viscosity: Not applicable to the dry powder; aqueous-solution viscosity depends on concentration and conditions
Primary Industrial Function: Dispersion, anti-redeposition, and mineral-incrustation control
Major Applications: Laundry detergents, automatic dishwashing detergents, industrial cleaning formulations
GHS Classification: Underlying-polymer notifications differ; the current regional Sokalan CP 5 Powder SDS controls classification and labeling
Hazard Statements: Some underlying-polymer notifications include H319, “Causes serious eye irritation”; this is not a confirmed universal classification for the named powder grade
UN Number: Confirm from the current powder-grade SDS; no grade-specific assignment stated here
Transport Class: Confirm from the current powder-grade SDS
Packing Group: Confirm from the current powder-grade SDS
Storage Conditions: Cool, dry storage in tightly closed original packaging
Shelf Life: Grade, purity, packaging, storage conditions, and manufacturer dependent
Regulatory Suitability: Commercial cleaning formulation grade; food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, medical, and food-contact suitability require separate grade-specific and regulatory verification
FIRST AID
Inhalation:
Move the affected person to fresh air and keep them comfortable. Seek medical attention if coughing, irritation, or breathing difficulty persists; obtain urgent assistance for significant respiratory distress.
Skin Contact:
Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water. Obtain medical advice if irritation persists.
Eye Contact:
Immediately rinse cautiously with clean running water for at least 15 minutes, holding the eyelids open. Remove contact lenses if easily possible and continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if pain, redness, or visual disturbance persists.
Ingestion:
Rinse the mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Contact a poison center or medical professional if a significant amount has been swallowed or symptoms develop, and never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Note to Physicians:
Treat symptomatically and support vital functions as required. Evaluate respiratory symptoms following substantial dust exposure and provide the current product SDS to the treating clinician.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
Avoid breathing dust and prevent unnecessary eye or skin contact. Open bags carefully and minimize dust generation during weighing, transfer, and mixing.
Engineering Controls:
Use enclosed transfer where practical and local exhaust ventilation at dust-producing operations. Provide accessible eyewash facilities.
Personal Protection:
Wear protective gloves, work clothing, and safety goggles suitable for powder handling. Wash hands after handling and before eating or drinking.
Respiratory Protection:
Where ventilation does not adequately control airborne dust, use an approved particulate respirator selected through the workplace exposure assessment and applicable respiratory-protection program.
Fire and Static Control:
Prevent dust accumulation and keep powder-handling areas free of ignition sources. Ground and bond relevant transfer equipment where static charging can occur. Assess dust collectors and enclosed processing equipment for explosion protection appropriate to the supplied powder. Do not use compressed air to disperse deposited dust.
Storage:
Keep the original packaging tightly closed in a cool, dry location. Protect against humidity, water ingress, contamination, and excessive heat. Follow the temperature limits specified for the actual powder grade.
Material Compatibility:
Keep concentrated raw material separated from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible chemicals identified in the current SDS. Evaluate compatibility with concentrated acids, bases, and other formulation ingredients before bulk mixing.
Spill and Leak Procedures:
Restrict access and avoid raising dust. Collect dry material using suitable industrial vacuum equipment or careful mechanical methods, and place recovered material in closed containers. Avoid washing concentrated spills into drains.
Environmental Precautions:
Prevent uncontrolled discharge to drains, soil, groundwater, and surface water. Manage contaminated cleaning water through an authorized treatment or disposal route.
Fire Response:
Use extinguishing media suitable for the surrounding fire and specified by the current SDS. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing where smoke or decomposition fumes are present.
Waste Disposal:
Dispose of unused product, spill residues, and contaminated packaging in accordance with applicable waste regulations. Do not treat water solubility as permission for uncontrolled disposal.
