Description

Dicyclopentenyl Acrylate is a specialized acrylate monomer featuring a rigid, bicyclic dicyclopentenyl group. This unique structure is critical for imparting high hardness, excellent chemical resistance, and enhanced thermal stability to polymer formulations. It is an essential raw material for industrial chemists and formulators seeking to develop high-performance coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymers. Key industries that utilize this monomer include advanced coatings, UV-curable resins, and pressure-sensitive adhesives.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings and Inks: Imparts fast cure speed, high crosslink density, and superior surface hardness for wood, plastic, and metal finishes.
• Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs): Enhances cohesive strength, tack, and heat resistance in acrylic-based adhesive tapes and labels.
• Fiber-Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Resins: Used as a reactive diluent and crosslinker in unsaturated polyester resins to improve mechanical properties and chemical resistance.
• Photopolymer Resins for 3D Printing: A key component in stereolithography (SLA) and digital light processing (DLP) resins, contributing to high-resolution, durable printed parts.
• Industrial and Automotive Coatings: Provides excellent weatherability, scratch resistance, and solvent resistance in high-performance coating systems.
• Optical Fiber Coatings: Used in formulations requiring specific refractive indices and robust protective properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dicyclopentenyl Acrylate
CAS No.	31621-69-9
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	DCP-A; Dicyclopentenyloxyethyl Acrylate (common trade name); 2-Propenoic acid, 2-[(bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-yl)oxy]ethyl ester; Acrylic acid, dicyclopentenyl ester; NK Ester A-DCP; FA-512AS; Dicyclopentenyloxyethyl acrylate; Dicyclopentenyl acrylate monomer
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Quality Control

Our Dicyclopentenyl Acrylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and assay, to ensure it meets precise specifications for monomer content and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. To prevent premature polymerization, store away from peroxides and other free radical initiators.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acid Value	≤ 0.5 mg KOH/g
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 200 ppm

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