Description

Isobornyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate, also known as isobornyl methacrylate, is a high-purity, monofunctional methacrylate monomer prized for its unique combination of low viscosity, high glass transition temperature (Tg), and excellent hydrophobic properties. This compound is a critical building block in advanced polymer formulations, enabling enhanced performance characteristics in the final materials. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer industries seeking to improve product durability, weather resistance, and application properties.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings & Inks: A key reactive diluent and crosslinking agent in formulations requiring fast cure speeds, high hardness, and superior chemical resistance for automotive, industrial, and graphic arts applications.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts strong adhesion, low shrinkage, and enhanced flexibility in structural acrylic and anaerobic adhesives.
• Specialty Acrylic Polymers: Used to synthesize polymers with high Tg, improved hydrophobicity, and excellent optical clarity for lenses, optical fibers, and impact modifiers.
• Dental & Medical Composites: Serves as a biocompatible monomer in restorative materials and bone cements, contributing to low polymerization stress and good mechanical strength.
• Photoresists & Electronic Materials: Employed in the production of photopolymerizable resins for semiconductor patterning and printed circuit boards.
• Modifier for Synthetic Resins: Enhances the heat resistance and weathering stability of alkyd, polyester, and other synthetic resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobornyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate
CAS No.	28854-39-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	222.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Isobornyl Methacrylate; IBOMA; 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, (1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl) ester, exo-; Methacrylic Acid Isobornyl Ester; exo-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl methacrylate; (1R,2S,4R)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-yl methacrylate; SR 423; Visiomer® Terra IBOMA
EINECS	249-243-8

Quality Control

Our Isobornyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent industry specifications for reactive monomers. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, inhibitor content, and physical properties 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, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, maintain under an inert atmosphere to prevent premature polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 100 ppm
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4770 - 1.4810
Density (20°C)	0.980 - 0.995 g/mL

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