Description

Oxiranemethanol, -α--Ethenyl-3-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized epoxy-functional monomer with a reactive oxirane ring and a vinyl group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing advanced polymers and specialty chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical intermediates, advanced resin formulation, and adhesive & coating sectors for creating materials with tailored cross-linking density and performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for constructing complex molecular architectures in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.
• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Used to introduce additional vinyl functionality into epoxy resin systems, enhancing cure flexibility and final material properties.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives where controlled polymerization and network formation are required.
• UV-Curable Formulations: Acts as a reactive diluent or co-monomer in inks, coatings, and 3D printing resins that cure via free-radical or cationic mechanisms.
• Surface Modification: Utilized to graft functional groups onto polymer or inorganic surfaces to alter wettability, adhesion, or biocompatibility.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for exploring new polymerization pathways and synthesizing novel polymeric materials with specific functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxiranemethanol, -α--Ethenyl-3-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	128742-87-0
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Ethenyl)methyl]oxiranemethanol; 2-(Vinylmethyl)oxiranemethanol; Glycidyl vinyl carbinol; 2-(Vinylmethyl)glycidol; 3-Methyl-3-vinyloxiranemethanol; α-Vinylglycidol; (3-Methyl-3-vinyloxiran-2-yl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our Oxiranemethanol, -α--Ethenyl-3-Methyl- (9Ci) is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.460 - 1.470
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.020 - 1.050

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