Styrene Acrylic Emulsion | Paint Raw Material | Supplier UAE & GCC

Styrene acrylic emulsion (SA emulsion) is a copolymer dispersion produced by the emulsion copolymerisation of styrene monomer and acrylic ester monomers. It is one of the most widely used binders in waterborne paint and coating formulations globally — providing an excellent balance of opacity, hardness, water resistance, and film-forming properties at competitive cost. SA emulsions are the primary binder in both interior and exterior architectural paints, and are used extensively by GCC paint manufacturers. Raykem supplies styrene acrylic emulsions across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the GCC in IBC and tank quantities.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
TypeStyrene Acrylic Copolymer Emulsion
Solids content45–50%
pH7.0–9.0
Viscosity1,000–5,000 mPa·s
AppearanceMilky white emulsion
Product Specifications
CAS Number
HS Code3906.90
PuritySolids content: 48–52%; Tg: varies by grade
Packaging Options
  • IBC 1,000 kg
  • Road tanker (bulk)
  • 200 kg drums (specialty grades)

Common Uses & Applications

  • Interior emulsion paint binder
  • Exterior architectural paint binder
  • Masonry coating binder
  • Primer formulations
  • Textured coating binder
  • Roof coating systems
  • Traffic marking paint
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Documents Provided
  • Certificate of Analysis (COA)
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
  • Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
  • Certificate of Origin (COO)
  • GHS-Compliant Labels

Industry Applications

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Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and Technical Data Sheet (TDS) supplied with every shipment from Dubai or Riyadh.

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Industry / Application How This Product Is Used
Interior Emulsion PaintCost-effective binder for interior wall paint; provides good scrub resistance and sheen control
Exterior Architectural PaintHigher Tg grades provide weather resistance and durability against UV, rain, and temperature cycling
Masonry CoatingGood alkali resistance suitable for application on new concrete and cement substrates
Texture CoatingHigh-solids SA emulsion used as binder in textured and structured wall coating formulations
Traffic PaintFast-drying, high-build traffic marking paint formulations using high Tg SA emulsion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between styrene acrylic and pure acrylic emulsion?
Styrene acrylic emulsion incorporates styrene monomer, which provides higher hardness, opacity, and water resistance at lower cost compared to pure acrylic. Pure acrylic emulsion offers superior UV stability, flexibility, and durability for premium exterior applications. SA emulsion is the more cost-effective choice for standard interior and economy exterior paints; pure acrylic is preferred for premium exterior performance.
What Tg (glass transition temperature) grade should I select for exterior paint?
For exterior architectural paint in the GCC, a Tg of 5–15°C is typically used — providing flexibility to resist cracking in temperature-cycling conditions (GCC summer temperatures can exceed 50°C). Higher Tg grades (20–30°C) are used for interior paints requiring better blocking resistance. Contact Raykem's technical team for grade selection based on your specific formulation.
Do you supply SA emulsion in road tankers for high-volume manufacturers?

Why Source from Raykem?

  • Dubai HQ + Riyadh office — local GCC supply
  • COA, SDS, TDS with every shipment
  • CIF/FOB from China, Europe, Southeast Asia
  • Competitive pricing — direct manufacturer sourcing
  • SABER-ready documentation for Saudi Arabia
  • Competitive pricing — direct manufacturer sourcing
Yes. For high-volume paint manufacturers in UAE and Saudi Arabia, Raykem can supply styrene acrylic emulsion in road tanker quantities (typically 20–25 MT per tanker). This significantly reduces packaging cost and waste. Contact our sales team to discuss bulk supply arrangements.

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