Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, Polymer With Exo-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Yl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate is a high-performance, specialty acrylic copolymer designed to deliver exceptional durability and chemical resistance. This polymer is engineered to provide superior film-forming properties, adhesion, and weatherability, making it a critical component in advanced coating and adhesive formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the paints & coatings, industrial adhesives, and specialty plastics sectors seeking to enhance product performance and longevity.

Application

• High-Performance Industrial Coatings: Used as a key resin in automotive, aerospace, and marine coatings for excellent gloss retention and corrosion resistance.
• Advanced Adhesives & Sealants: Provides strong bonding strength and flexibility in structural adhesives, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), and construction sealants.
• UV-Curable Inks and Varnishes: Serves as a reactive oligomer or modifier in formulations requiring fast cure times and high surface hardness.
• Plastic Modifiers and Impact Improvers: Enhances the toughness, clarity, and processing characteristics of engineering plastics and composites.
• Specialty Overprint Varnishes (OPV): Used in packaging to create protective, scratch-resistant, and high-gloss finishes.
• Fiber Sizings and Binders: Improves the handling and interfacial properties of glass and carbon fibers in reinforced composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, Polymer With Exo-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]Hept-2-Yl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate
CAS No.	26249-38-7
Molecular Formula	(C5H8O2.C11H18O2)x
Molecular Weight	Polymer - Variable
Synonyms	Methyl Methacrylate / Bornyl Methacrylate Copolymer; Poly(MMA-co-BMA); Acrylic Resin from MMA and BMA; Bornyl Methacrylate-Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer; Methacrylic Acid, Methyl Ester, Polymer with Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, 2-methyl-2-propenoate; BMA/MMA Copolymer; Isobornyl Methacrylate-Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer; Light-stable Acrylic Copolymer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of this specialty acrylic copolymer adheres to strict quality management systems, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency for critical applications. Quality is verified through parameters including monomer residue, molecular weight distribution, viscosity, and glass transition temperature (Tg). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your formulation requirements.

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 open flame. Under these conditions, the product has an extended shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow pellets or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (as copolymer)	> 98.0%
Residual Monomer (GC)	< 0.5%
Glass Transition Temp (Tg)	Contact for details
Viscosity (Solution)	Contact for details
Acid Value	< 1.0 mg KOH/g
Moisture Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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