Description

2-Isopropyl-2-Adamantyl Methacrylate is a high-purity, specialty methacrylate monomer featuring a bulky, rigid adamantane-derived side group. This unique molecular structure is engineered to impart exceptional properties to advanced polymer systems, including enhanced thermal stability, high refractive index, and superior optical clarity. It is a critical raw material for R&D and production in the photoresist, optical lens, and high-performance coating industries, where precise chemical functionality and material performance are paramount.

Application

• Photoresist Formulations (ArF/193nm Lithography): A key monomer for developing high-resolution, transparent photoresists used in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Optical Polymers & Lenses: Imparts high refractive index, low birefringence, and excellent transparency for precision optical components.
• Advanced Coating Resins: Enhances durability, chemical resistance, and thermal stability in protective and functional coatings.
• Dental & Medical Polymers: Used in formulations requiring high biocompatibility, strength, and low shrinkage upon curing.
• Adhesive & Sealant Chemistry: Serves as a modifying agent to improve adhesion, flexibility, and environmental resistance.
• Specialty Acrylic Sheets & Molding Compounds: Contributes to improved heat resistance and mechanical properties in engineered plastics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isopropyl-2-Adamantyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	297156-50-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₆O₂
Molecular Weight	262.39 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isopropyl-2-Adamantyl Methacrylate; 2-(1-Methacryloyloxy)-2-isopropyladamantane; 2-Isopropyl-2-adamantyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate; Methacrylic Acid 2-Isopropyl-2-Adamantyl Ester; IAdMA; IPAdMA; 2-Isopropenyl-2-adamantyl Methacrylate (related); Adamantyl Methacrylate Derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Isopropyl-2-Adamantyl Methacrylate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive applications like photolithography. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified for specific grades. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Under recommended conditions, the product is stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.500 - 1.510
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.010 - 1.030

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