Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Oxiranylmethyl Ester, Polymer With Ethyl 2-Propenoate is a specialized acrylic copolymer designed to deliver enhanced performance characteristics in demanding industrial formulations. This product matters because it combines the durability and adhesion of acrylics with the cross-linking potential of glycidyl methacrylate, offering formulators a versatile tool for creating high-performance coatings, adhesives, and composites. Key industries that need this advanced polymer include automotive, aerospace, and electronics manufacturing, where superior surface protection and strong bonding are critical.

Application

• High-Performance Industrial Coatings: Used as a key resin in automotive primers, coil coatings, and can linings for excellent adhesion and chemical resistance.
• Structural Adhesives and Sealants: Serves as a reactive component in epoxy-acrylate hybrid systems, providing improved toughness and durability.
• Fiber-Reinforced Composites: Acts as a matrix resin or sizing agent for glass and carbon fibers to enhance interfacial bonding and mechanical properties.
• Electronics Encapsulation: Employed in potting compounds and conformal coatings to protect sensitive components from moisture and environmental stress.
• UV-Curable Inks and Coatings: Functions as a prepolymer that can be further functionalized for rapid curing applications.
• Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs): Modifies tack, peel strength, and shear resistance in advanced adhesive tapes and labels.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Oxiranylmethyl Ester, Polymer With Ethyl 2-Propenoate
CAS No.	26591-04-8
Molecular Formula	(C7H10O3.C5H8O2)x
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	Glycidyl Methacrylate - Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer; GMA-EA Copolymer; Poly(glycidyl methacrylate-co-ethyl acrylate); Acrylic Copolymer with Epoxy Functionality; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid oxiranylmethyl ester polymer with ethyl 2-propenoate; Epoxy-Functional Acrylic Resin; Reactive Acrylic Polymer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Oxiranylmethyl Ester, Polymer With Ethyl 2-Propenoate adheres to a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Each lot is characterized for critical parameters including epoxy equivalent weight, molecular weight distribution, glass transition temperature (Tg), and residual monomer content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing these specifications are provided with every shipment 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 such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product is typically stable for 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Epoxy Value (eq/100g)	0.20 - 0.50
Solid Content (%)	≥ 98.0
Viscosity (cP @ 25°C)	500 - 50000
Glass Transition Temp (Tg, °C)	20 - 60
Acid Value (mg KOH/g)	≤ 5.0
Residual Monomer (ppm)	≤ 1000
Identification (IR)	Conforms

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