Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene terpolymer

CAS: 9003-56-9

Ref. 3D-FA61686

Product Information

• Name: Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene terpolymer
• Synonyms: ABS
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene terpolymer (ABS) is a thermoplastic polymer that consists of acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene. ABS is commonly used in the production of plastic products such as toys and computer cases. This material can also be used for wastewater treatment by absorbing pollutants from water. The use of ABS to purify wastewater involves a two-step process: first, the water is passed through an ABS filter to remove particulates; then it is heated to evaporate the water vapor. The metal ions in the water are attracted to the ABS surface where they form metal chelates. These chelates are then removed with an ion exchange resin or by adding an acid. A drawback of this method is that it requires high concentrations of ABS which may be difficult to achieve due to its hydrophobic nature.

Chemical properties

• Formula: (C₈H₈•C₄H₆•C₃H₃N)x
• Purity: Min. 95%