Description

Neo-Pentyl Methacrylate is a specialized methacrylate monomer characterized by its branched neopentyl group, offering unique performance properties in polymer formulations. This compound is valued for its ability to impart polymers with enhanced chemical resistance, excellent weatherability, and high glass transition temperatures. It is a critical raw material for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty plastics industries seeking to develop high-performance, durable materials.

Application

• High-Performance Coatings: Used in automotive, industrial, and architectural coatings to improve hardness, chemical resistance, and outdoor durability.
• UV-Curable Resins & Inks: Serves as a reactive diluent and cross-linking agent in formulations requiring fast cure times and low volatility.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Imparts strong adhesion, flexibility, and resistance to environmental stress cracking in acrylic-based adhesive systems.
• Optical Polymers: A key monomer for producing transparent plastics with high refractive index and clarity for lenses and displays.
• Engineering Plastics & Modifiers: Used as a co-monomer to enhance the thermal stability and mechanical properties of acrylic and methacrylic copolymers.
• Hydrophobic Surface Modifiers: Employed in the synthesis of polymers for water-repellent coatings and surface treatments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neo-Pentyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	2397-76-4
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Neopentyl Methacrylate; 2,2-Dimethylpropyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate; 2,2-Dimethylpropyl Methacrylate; Methacrylic Acid Neopentyl Ester; NPG Methacrylate; NPGMA; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic Acid 2,2-Dimethylpropyl Ester
EINECS	219-260-8

Quality Control

Our Neo-Pentyl Methacrylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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/59-77°F). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Incompatible with strong acids and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to prevent premature polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 30
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 150 ppm

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