Description

Methacryloylacetone is a versatile bifunctional monomer featuring both a methacrylate and a ketone group within its molecular structure. This unique combination makes it a valuable chemical intermediate for synthesizing advanced polymers and specialty organic compounds. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors for creating custom-tailored molecules with specific functional properties.

Application

• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a key monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty acrylic polymers, coatings, and adhesives with enhanced properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its reactive functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block for creating complex organic compounds, including ligands, chelating agents, and other specialty chemicals.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of advanced materials, such as functionalized surfaces, smart polymers, and composite materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D projects exploring new synthetic pathways and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methacryloylacetone
CAS No.	20583-46-4
Molecular Formula	C7H10O2
Molecular Weight	126.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-4-oxo-2-penten-2-yl acetate; 3-Buten-2-one, 3-(acetyloxy)-4-methyl-; 3-(Acetyloxy)-4-methyl-3-buten-2-one; Methacrylic acid acetyl methyl ester; Acetone methacrylate; 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-oxopropyl ester
EINECS	243-893-5

Quality Control

Our Methacryloylacetone is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications, ensuring reliable performance in your synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/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.