Description

(Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indenediyl)Bis(Methylene) Bismethacrylate is a specialized, high-purity difunctional methacrylate monomer. This compound matters for its role as a critical cross-linking agent, enabling the formation of durable, high-performance polymer networks with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the advanced coatings, photoresists, and specialty adhesives industries who require precise control over polymer architecture and final material performance.

Application

• Photopolymer & Photoresist Formulations: A key monomer for creating high-resolution, chemically resistant patterns in electronics and micro-optics manufacturing.
• High-Performance Coatings: Used in UV-curable and radiation-curable coatings for automotive, industrial, and optical applications, providing excellent hardness and weatherability.
• Dental & Biomedical Composites: Serves as a cross-linker in restorative resins and bone cements, contributing to superior strength and biocompatibility.
• Specialty Adhesives & Sealants: Enhances the cross-link density and durability of structural and optical adhesives.
• Advanced Composite Materials: Incorporated into fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) and gel coats to improve matrix toughness and thermal stability.
• 3D Printing Resins (SLA/DLP): A functional component in formulations for stereolithography, enabling precise, high-detail prints with robust mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indenediyl)Bis(Methylene) Bismethacrylate
CAS No.	43048-08-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₃₀O₄
Molecular Weight	358.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2-methacryloyloxymethyl)tricyclo[5.2.1.0²,⁶]decane; Tricyclo[5.2.1.0²,⁶]decane-3,8-diylbis(methylene) dimethacrylate; TCDDMA; Tricyclodecanedimethanol dimethacrylate; TCD-DM; 3,8-Bis(methacryloxymethyl)tricyclo[5.2.1.0²,⁶]decane; (Octahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene-3,8-diyl)dimethanol dimethacrylate
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Quality Control

Our (Octahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indenediyl)Bis(Methylene) Bismethacrylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced polymer applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided with each shipment.

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). This product is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.505 - 1.515
Density (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/cm³

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