Description

Butyl Methacrylate-Vinylpyrrolidone Copolymer is a synthetic polymer designed to deliver enhanced performance in demanding formulations. This copolymer combines the hydrophobic, film-forming properties of butyl methacrylate with the hydrophilic, complexing, and adhesion-promoting characteristics of vinylpyrrolidone. It is essential for industries requiring advanced rheology modification, binding, and stabilization. Key sectors that rely on this material include personal care, coatings, adhesives, and specialty chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a film-forming agent, hair fixative, and stabilizer in hair sprays, mousses, styling gels, and sunscreens.
• Industrial & Architectural Coatings: Used as a binder and rheology modifier to improve adhesion, water resistance, and film integrity in paints and varnishes.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Enhances tack, cohesion, and binding strength in pressure-sensitive and structural adhesive formulations.
• Printing Inks: Serves as a grinding aid and stabilizer for pigments, improving ink dispersion and print quality.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a binder or film-coating agent in tablet formulations and controlled-release drug delivery systems.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a finishing agent to provide water repellency, softness, and durability to fabrics and leather goods.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Methacrylate-Vinylpyrrolidone Copolymer
CAS No.	29014-50-4
Molecular Formula	(C8H14O2.C6H9NO)x
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	Butyl Methacrylate and Vinylpyrrolidone Copolymer; 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, butyl ester, polymer with 1-ethenyl-2-pyrrolidinone; Butyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer; BMA/VP Copolymer; Poly(butyl methacrylate-co-vinylpyrrolidone); Vinylpyrrolidone/Butyl Methacrylate Copolymer; VP/BMA Copolymer; GAFQUAT polymer series (related trade names)
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Quality Control

Our Butyl Methacrylate-Vinylpyrrolidone Copolymer is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent composition, molecular weight distribution, and performance characteristics. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) upon request, detailing key parameters such as assay, residual monomer content, and viscosity. Our production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, ensuring reliability for sensitive applications.

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 strong oxidizing agents and heat sources to maintain product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or beads
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Monomer Ratio)	As per customer grade requirement
Residual Monomers	< 0.5% (by HPLC)
Loss on Drying	< 5.0%
Viscosity (Solution)	Specified range
pH (Solution)	5.0 - 8.0

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