Description

Methyl α-Isocyanatoacrylate CAS NO 112481-21-7 is a highly reactive bifunctional monomer containing both an isocyanate and an acrylate group. This unique structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced polymers with tailored properties. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel materials with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring urethane or urea linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Specialty Polymer Crosslinker: Functions as a crosslinking agent in UV-curable resins, coatings, and adhesives, imparting hardness and chemical resistance.
• Polyurethane Modification: Incorporates acrylate functionality into polyurethane systems to improve weatherability and adhesion properties.
• Dendrimer and Hyperbranched Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a versatile AB2-type monomer for constructing complex macromolecular architectures.
• Surface Modification Reagent: Used to graft polymer chains onto various substrates to alter surface characteristics like wettability and biocompatibility.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl α-Isocyanatoacrylate
CAS No.	112481-21-7
Molecular Formula	C5H5NO3
Molecular Weight	127.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Isocyanatoacrylate; Methyl 2-Isocyanato-2-propenoate; 2-Isocyanatoacrylic Acid Methyl Ester; α-Isocyanatomethyl Acrylate; Methyl α-Isocyanatoacrylate; Propenoic acid, 2-isocyanato-, methyl ester; NSC 332003
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Quality Control

Our Methyl α-Isocyanatoacrylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation and polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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