Description

3,4-Epoxycyclohexane Carboxylic Acid, Methyl Ester is a versatile cycloaliphatic epoxide monomer. This compound is valued for its high reactivity and ability to impart excellent thermal stability, chemical resistance, and low viscosity to polymer systems. It is a critical intermediate and cross-linking agent for manufacturers in the advanced coatings, electronics, and specialty adhesives industries seeking to enhance material performance.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings & Inks: A key reactive diluent and cross-linker in formulations for wood, plastic, and metal coatings, offering fast cure speeds and superior surface hardness.
• Electronic Encapsulants & Sealants: Used in potting compounds and conformal coatings for semiconductors and circuit boards, providing excellent electrical insulation and moisture resistance.
• Specialty Adhesives: Serves as a building block for high-performance epoxy adhesives with enhanced flexibility and environmental durability.
• Composite Materials: Employed as a matrix resin modifier in fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP) to improve interlaminar shear strength and thermal properties.
• Photoresist & Optical Materials: Utilized in the synthesis of polymers for advanced photoresists and optical lenses due to its clarity and stability.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a precursor for further organic synthesis, including the production of diols, polyols, and other functionalized cyclohexane derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Epoxycyclohexane Carboxylic Acid, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	41088-52-2
Molecular Formula	C9H12O4
Molecular Weight	184.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3,4-Epoxycyclohexanecarboxylate; Methyl 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-3-carboxylate; Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 3,4-epoxy-, methyl ester; 3,4-Epoxycyclohexylmethyl Carboxylate; MECC; Epoxycyclohexane Methyl Ester
EINECS	255-214-0

Quality Control

Our production of 3,4-Epoxycyclohexane Carboxylic Acid, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, epoxide content, and impurity profiles 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product remains stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Epoxide Value	Contact for details
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480

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