Description

Endo-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl acrylate is a specialized acrylate monomer derived from a functionalized camphor skeleton, offering unique steric and chemical properties. This compound is valued for its ability to impart specific performance characteristics, such as enhanced hardness, chemical resistance, and optical clarity, to advanced polymer formulations. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and material scientists in the polymer, specialty coatings, and advanced adhesive industries for developing high-performance materials.

Application

• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: As a reactive monomer for creating specialty acrylic polymers and copolymers with tailored properties.
• UV-Curable Coatings & Inks: A key component in formulations requiring fast curing, high cross-link density, and excellent surface finish.
• Optical Materials: Used in the production of optical lenses, waveguides, and other transparent polymers where clarity and refractive index are critical.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts improved adhesion, flexibility, and environmental resistance to high-performance bonding agents.
• Photoresists & Electronic Materials: Serves as a monomer in photopolymerizable resins for microelectronics and lithography applications.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in organic synthesis to introduce the bulky, rigid bicyclic moiety into more complex molecules for pharmaceutical or agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Endo-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl acrylate
CAS No.	16868-11-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	208.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Bornyl acrylate; 2-Bornyl acrylate; Acrylic acid, bornyl ester; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, 2-acrylate, endo-; 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl acrylate; Bornyl acrylate (mixed isomers); (1R,2S,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-yl acrylate
EINECS	240-896-6

Quality Control

Our Endo-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl acrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to preserve stability and prevent polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4780 - 1.4820
Density (20°C)	0.98 - 1.02 g/mL

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