Description

Methyl 4-Vinylbenzoate is a versatile vinyl aromatic monomer and a key chemical building block. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce polymerizable vinyl groups and ester functionalities into advanced materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the polymer, specialty chemical, and pharmaceutical intermediate sectors for creating custom polymers, coatings, and functionalized organic molecules.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: As a co-monomer for producing specialty styrenic copolymers, resins, and functional polymers with tailored properties.
• Advanced Material Development: In the R&D of high-performance coatings, adhesives, and composite materials requiring specific chemical resistance or surface characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serving as a crucial precursor in multi-step syntheses for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystal compounds.
• Surface Modification Agent: For grafting onto surfaces or particles to alter surface energy, adhesion, or biocompatibility.
• Cross-linking Agent: Used in formulations to create cross-linked polymer networks, enhancing thermal stability and mechanical strength.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Vinylbenzoate
CAS No.	1346136-02-4
Molecular Formula	C10H10O2
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Vinylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl p-Vinylbenzoate; p-(Methoxycarbonyl)styrene; Benzoic acid, 4-ethenyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-Ethenylbenzoate; 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)styrene; Methyl P-Styrenecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4-Vinylbenzoate adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.