Description

2-Propenoic Acid ,2-Methyl-,2-Ethyldecahydro-1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalen-2-Yl Ester is a specialized acrylate ester monomer featuring a complex, multi-cyclic structure derived from a norbornene-type backbone. This compound matters as a high-performance building block for advanced polymers, offering unique properties like enhanced thermal stability, rigidity, and chemical resistance to the final materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and formulators in the specialty polymer, advanced coating, and adhesive industries seeking to develop next-generation materials with tailored performance characteristics.

Application

• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer for creating high-performance acrylic and methacrylic polymers with enhanced structural integrity.
• Advanced Coatings & Resins: Used in formulating industrial, automotive, and protective coatings that require superior durability, weather resistance, and adhesion.
• Photopolymer & UV-Curable Systems: A valuable component in resins for 3D printing (stereolithography), inks, and coatings that cure rapidly under UV light.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Imparts toughness and chemical resistance to high-strength structural and specialty adhesive products.
• Optical Materials: Potential use in the development of polymers with specific refractive indices for lenses, films, and optical components.
• Composite Materials: Can be incorporated as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid ,2-Methyl-,2-Ethyldecahydro-1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalen-2-Yl Ester
CAS No.	485819-03-2
Molecular Formula	C20H30O2
Molecular Weight	302.45 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid 2-ethyldecahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalen-2-yl ester; Methacrylic acid, 2-ethyldecahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalen-2-yl ester; Norbornene-based methacrylate ester; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-based acrylate monomer; 2-Ethyl-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalen-2-yl methacrylate; Specialty norbornyl methacrylate; High-performance cyclic methacrylate monomer
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Quality Control

Our 2-Propenoic Acid ,2-Methyl-,2-Ethyldecahydro-1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalen-2-Yl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and R&D processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Due to its sensitivity to light and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to store this material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value (Titration)	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Color (APHA)	≤ 100
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.510 - 1.520

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