Polyacrylic acid (PAA) is a synthetic polymer with a high molecular weight. It acts as a thickening, suspending and emulsifying agent. Applications include cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and industrial water-treatment systems. It takes the form of clear viscous liquid or white powder. Recorded grades include technical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical. Packaging formats include 200 kg steel drum, 1000 kg IBC, 25 kg bag, 1000 kg big bag. Cosmetic use is subject to the applicable cosmetic-ingredient conditions. Pharmaceutical use requires the applicable pharmacopoeia grade.