Description

Dihydrodicyclopentadienyl Acrylate is a specialized acrylate monomer known for its unique bicyclic structure, offering enhanced properties for advanced polymer formulations. This compound is valued for its ability to impart high crosslink density, thermal stability, and chemical resistance to final polymer products. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer industries for developing high-performance materials.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings and Inks: Acts as a reactive diluent and crosslinking agent to enhance cure speed, hardness, and chemical resistance.
• High-Performance Adhesives and Sealants: Used to formulate adhesives with excellent bonding strength and environmental durability.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer for creating polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fiber Reinforced Composites: Incorporated into resin systems for composites requiring superior heat resistance and dimensional stability.
• Photoresists and Electronic Materials: Utilized in the production of advanced photoresists for microelectronics due to its reactivity and film-forming characteristics.
• Modifier for Acrylic Resins: Enhances the performance of standard acrylic resins in industrial and protective coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydrodicyclopentadienyl Acrylate
CAS No.	12542-30-2
Molecular Formula	C13H16O2
Molecular Weight	204.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Dicyclopentadienyl Acrylate; DCPDA; 2-Propenoic acid, dihydrodicyclopentadienyl ester; Acrylic acid, dihydrodicyclopentadienyl ester; Dihydro-DCPD Acrylate; Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-ene-2,3-diyldimethanol diacrylate (related isomer); Dihydrodicyclopentadiene acrylate
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Quality Control

Our Dihydrodicyclopentadienyl Acrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F) under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 100
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 200 ppm

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