Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Butyl Ester, Polymer With Dodecyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate is a high-performance acrylic copolymer designed for advanced material formulations. This polymer is valued for its ability to impart excellent film-forming properties, durability, and chemical resistance to a wide range of industrial products. It is an essential raw material for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to enhance product performance and longevity.

Application

• Industrial Coatings: Used as a primary binder in solvent-based and high-solids coatings for metal, wood, and plastic substrates, providing excellent gloss, hardness, and weatherability.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Serves as a key component in pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), construction sealants, and laminating adhesives, offering strong tack and cohesive strength.
• Printing Inks: Incorporated into flexographic and gravure inks to improve pigment wetting, print clarity, and adhesion on various films and foils.
• Textile and Leather Finishes: Applied as a finishing agent to provide water repellency, soft hand feel, and abrasion resistance to fabrics and leather goods.
• Caulks and Putties: Enhances the flexibility, adhesion, and durability of automotive and industrial caulking compounds.
• Plastic Modifiers: Acts as a processing aid and impact modifier for engineering plastics to improve toughness and surface characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Butyl Ester, Polymer With Dodecyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate
CAS No.	29535-38-4
Molecular Formula	(C8H14O2.C16H30O2)x
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Butyl methacrylate / Lauryl methacrylate copolymer; BMA/LMA copolymer; Poly(butyl methacrylate-co-lauryl methacrylate); Acrylic resin; Methacrylic acid, butyl ester, polymer with dodecyl methacrylate; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid butyl ester polymer with dodecyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate; Butyl methacrylate - lauryl methacrylate resin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Butyl Ester, Polymer With Dodecyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate adheres to a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Every lot is tested against critical parameters including molecular weight distribution, monomer content, viscosity, and glass transition temperature (Tg). Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these specifications 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, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Keep away from heat sources and open flame. Under these conditions, the product is typically stable for 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly hazy viscous liquid
Solid Content	Contact for details
Viscosity (Brookfield)	Contact for details
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)	Contact for details
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Residual Monomer	≤ 0.5%
Color (Gardner)	≤ 2
Solvent	Specified per grade

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