Description

1-Vinyl-3-Methylimidazole-Maleic Acid Diethyl Ester Copolymer is a specialty polymer synthesized from vinylimidazole and maleic ester monomers, offering unique cationic and film-forming properties. This copolymer is valued for its ability to modify surface characteristics, enhance adhesion, and act as a functional additive in advanced material formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, personal care, and specialty chemical industries for developing high-performance products.

Application

• Coatings & Inks: As a dispersant, rheology modifier, or adhesion promoter in water-based and solvent-based coating systems.
• Adhesives & Sealants: To improve tack, cohesion, and bonding strength on difficult substrates.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: As a film-forming agent, hair fixative, or conditioning polymer in styling products and skincare.
• Textile & Fiber Treatment: For fabric softening, anti-static finishes, and dye-leveling applications.
• Paper & Packaging: As a wet-strength additive, coating binder, or barrier agent.
• Water Treatment: Potential use as a flocculant or scale inhibitor in industrial water systems.
• Pharmaceuticals: As an excipient for controlled drug delivery systems or as a coating material for tablets.
• Electronics: In photoresist formulations or as a dielectric material in electronic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Vinyl-3-Methylimidazole-Maleic Acid Diethyl Ester Copolymer
CAS No.	137587-42-9
Molecular Formula	(C6H8N2·C8H12O4)n
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	1-Vinyl-3-methylimidazole and diethyl maleate copolymer; Poly(1-vinyl-3-methylimidazolium diethyl maleate); VMI-MA Diethyl Ester Copolymer; N-Vinyl-3-methylimidazolium maleate diethyl ester polymer; 1-Ethenyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazole polymer with diethyl (Z)-but-2-enedioate; Vinylmethylimidazole-Maleic Ester Copolymer; VMIM-MAEE Copolymer; Luviquat Style (related trade series)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-Vinyl-3-Methylimidazole-Maleic Acid Diethyl Ester Copolymer adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistency in molecular weight distribution, monomer residue levels, viscosity, and solids content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support compliance with REACH, FDA (for indirect food contact and cosmetic applications where applicable), and ISO 9001 quality standards.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and excessive heat. For long-term storage under optimal conditions, consider a nitrogen atmosphere to preserve polymer integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (as polymer solids)	≥ 95.0 %
Residual Monomer (HPLC)	≤ 0.5 %
Viscosity (Brookfield, 25°C)	Contact for details
Solids Content	40 - 60 % (or as specified)
pH (in solution)	5.0 - 8.0
Average Molecular Weight (GPC)	Contact for details

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