Description

Isobutyl Acrylate CAS NO 106-63-8 is a clear, colorless liquid monomer belonging to the acrylate ester family. It is a crucial building block in polymer chemistry, valued for its ability to impart flexibility, weatherability, and adhesion properties to a wide range of copolymers. This versatile monomer is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, textiles, and plastics industries seeking to enhance product performance. Its high reactivity makes it a key component in the synthesis of acrylic resins and specialty polymers.

Application

• Acrylic Resins & Coatings: A primary component in the production of solvent-based and waterborne acrylic resins used in automotive, industrial, and architectural paints, providing excellent gloss, durability, and UV resistance.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Used to formulate pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), construction adhesives, and sealants, contributing to tack, peel strength, and flexibility.
• Textile & Leather Finishing: Serves as a co-monomer in polymers for fabric coatings, leather finishes, and non-woven binders, improving handle, water repellency, and abrasion resistance.
• Plastic Additives & Impact Modifiers: Employed in the manufacture of impact modifiers for PVC and other plastics, as well as processing aids to enhance flow and surface finish.
• Paper Coatings: Used in polymers for paper and paperboard coatings to improve printability, gloss, and barrier properties.
• Specialty Polymers: A key raw material for synthesizing various specialty polymers, including viscosity index improvers for lubricants and superabsorbent polymers.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Isobutyl Acrylate
CAS No.	106-63-8
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Propenoic acid, 2-methylpropyl ester; Acrylic acid isobutyl ester; Isobutyl propenoate; IBOA; 2-Methylpropyl acrylate; β-Acryloyloxyisobutane; NSC 24128
EINECS	203-417-8

Quality Control

Our Isobutyl Acrylate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, inhibitor content, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures consistent performance and reliability for your polymerization processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases. Always check the inhibitor content before extended storage and use appropriate personal protective equipment when handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ) Content	10 - 50 ppm
Acidity (as Acrylic Acid)	≤ 0.01 %
Density (20°C)	0.884 - 0.888 g/cm³
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.416 - 1.420

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.