Description

1,4-Phenylenebis(Methylene) Bismethacrylate is a high-purity, difunctional methacrylate monomer characterized by its rigid aromatic core. This compound matters as a critical cross-linking agent and building block in advanced polymer synthesis, enabling the creation of materials with enhanced thermal stability, mechanical strength, and chemical resistance. It is essential for R&D chemists and production engineers in industries requiring high-performance specialty polymers, such as advanced composites, optical materials, and specialty coatings.

Application

• Cross-linking Agent for Specialty Polymers: Used to create high-density, three-dimensional polymer networks for coatings, adhesives, and composites with superior hardness and thermal properties.
• Optical Lens and Fiber Production: Serves as a key monomer in the formulation of transparent, high-refractive-index polymers for optical applications.
• Dental and Biomedical Materials: Employed in the synthesis of biocompatible resins and restorative composites due to its ability to form durable, stable polymer matrices.
• Photoresists and Lithography: Acts as a photoreactive component in advanced photoresist formulations for microelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing.
• Modifier for Acrylic Resins: Incorporated to improve the scratch resistance, weatherability, and solvent resistance of acrylic-based surface coatings.
• Research & Development: A valuable intermediate for academic and industrial research into novel polymer architectures, including dendrimers and star polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Phenylenebis(Methylene) Bismethacrylate
CAS No.	27499-52-1
Molecular Formula	C16H18O4
Molecular Weight	274.31 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Xylylene Dimethacrylate; 1,4-Bis(methacryloxymethyl)benzene; p-Phenylenedimethanol Dimethacrylate; Benzene-1,4-diyldimethanol Dimethacrylate; PXDM; 1,4-Phenylenebis(methanol) Dimethacrylate; 1,4-Bis(methacryloyloxymethyl)benzene; 1,4-Di(methacryloyloxymethyl)benzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Phenylenebis(Methylene) Bismethacrylate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced material synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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