Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 3-Phenyl-, Ethenyl Ester, Homopolymer is a high-performance polymer derived from the polymerization of 3-phenyl-2-propenoic acid ethenyl ester, commonly known as phenyl acrylate. This material matters for its excellent optical clarity, thermal stability, and robust mechanical properties, making it a valuable component in advanced material formulations. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty plastics industries seeking to enhance product durability and performance.

Application

• Optical Coatings and Films: Utilized for its high transparency and refractive index in lenses, displays, and protective films.
• High-Performance Adhesives: Serves as a key resin to improve bond strength, flexibility, and environmental resistance.
• Specialty Plastics and Composites: Incorporated as a modifier to enhance thermal stability, scratch resistance, and surface gloss in engineering polymers.
• Printing Inks and Toners: Used as a binder to improve print quality, adhesion to substrates, and durability.
• Protective and Decorative Coatings: Applied in automotive, industrial, and architectural coatings for enhanced weatherability and chemical resistance.
• Photoresist and Electronic Materials: Acts as a polymer matrix in photoresist formulations for semiconductor and microelectronics fabrication.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 3-Phenyl-, Ethenyl Ester, Homopolymer
CAS No.	24968-99-8
Molecular Formula	(C11H10O2)n
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Poly(phenyl acrylate); Poly(3-phenylacrylic acid vinyl ester); Phenyl acrylate homopolymer; Vinyl 3-phenylacrylate polymer; Poly(vinyl 3-phenylacrylate); Poly(3-phenyl-2-propenoic acid ethenyl ester); Poly(β-phenylacrylic acid vinyl ester); Poly(VPA)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Propenoic Acid, 3-Phenyl-, Ethenyl Ester, Homopolymer is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency in molecular weight distribution, purity, and performance characteristics. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters 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). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain polymer stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (as Polymer)	≥ 98.0 %
Molecular Weight (Mw)	Customizable (e.g., 10,000 - 100,000 Da)
Polydispersity Index (PDI)	< 2.5
Residual Monomer	< 0.5 %
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)	Contact for details
Moisture Content	< 1.0 %

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