Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Butyl Ester, Polymer With 2-Propenoic Acid is a high-performance acrylic copolymer, specifically a butyl methacrylate and acrylic acid copolymer. This polymer is engineered to deliver exceptional film-forming, binding, and rheology-modifying properties, making it a critical component in advanced industrial formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to enhance product durability, adhesion, and stability.

Application

• Industrial Coatings: Used as a primary binder or film-forming agent in solvent-based and high-solids coatings for metal, plastic, and wood substrates, providing excellent gloss, hardness, and weather resistance.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Serves as a key polymer component in pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), structural adhesives, and sealants, offering strong tack, cohesive strength, and flexibility.
• Printing Inks: Employed in the formulation of specialty printing inks to improve pigment dispersion, print clarity, and substrate adhesion.
• Textile and Leather Finishes: Acts as a finishing agent to provide durable, flexible coatings that enhance the feel, appearance, and water resistance of textiles and leather goods.
• Paper Coatings: Utilized in coatings to improve the surface smoothness, printability, and barrier properties of paper and paperboard.
• Personal Care Products: Functions as a film former and fixative in hair sprays, mousses, and other styling products, as well as in nail polishes and sunscreens.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Butyl Ester, Polymer With 2-Propenoic Acid
CAS No.	25930-98-7
Molecular Formula	(C8H14O2.C3H4O2)x
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	Butyl Methacrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer; Poly(butyl methacrylate-co-acrylic acid); BMA/AA Copolymer; Acrylic Copolymer Resin; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic Acid Butyl Ester Polymer with 2-Propenoic Acid; Butyl Methacrylate Acrylic Acid Resin; Acrylic Polymer Binder; Butyl Acrylate Methacrylate Copolymer (related class).
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Quality Control

Our acrylic copolymer is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent molecular weight distribution, acid value, viscosity, and solids content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 heat sources and open flame. Under recommended storage conditions, the product is stable for at least 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to Hazy Viscous Liquid or Solid
Solids Content	40 - 60 % (or as specified)
Acid Value	30 - 100 mg KOH/g
Viscosity (Brookfield)	500 - 5000 cP (varies with grade & solvent)
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)	10 - 50 °C
Solvent	Toluene, Ethyl Acetate, MEK, or as specified
Color (Gardner)	≤ 3

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