Description

4-Vinyltoluene Oxide is a versatile organic epoxide monomer characterized by its reactive oxirane ring and vinyl functionality. This compound is a critical building block in polymer chemistry, enabling the synthesis of specialized resins and polymers with tailored properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and advanced materials sectors seeking to enhance product performance through cross-linking and copolymerization.

Application

• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Used as a reactive diluent and co-monomer to modify the viscosity, flexibility, and curing characteristics of epoxy resin systems.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer for producing polymers with specific thermal and mechanical properties via ring-opening polymerization.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and sealants to improve chemical resistance, adhesion, and durability.
• Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in organic synthesis for the production of more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• UV-Curable Formulations: Incorporated into inks and coatings that cure under ultraviolet light, leveraging its polymerizable vinyl group.
• Composite Materials: Acts as a matrix component or coupling agent in fiber-reinforced plastics and advanced composite materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Vinyltoluene Oxide
CAS No.	13107-39-6
Molecular Formula	C9H10O
Molecular Weight	134.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethenyl-1-methyl-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; 4-Methylstyrene Oxide; p-Methylstyrene Oxide; 1-Methyl-4-vinyl-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; 4-Vinyl-1-methyl-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane; p-Vinyltoluene Oxide; (4-Methylphenyl)oxirane
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Quality Control

Our 4-Vinyltoluene Oxide is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your precise application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert gas such as nitrogen and keep the container tightly sealed at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.02 - 1.05
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.530 - 1.540

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