Description

2-Propanoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, 2-Ethylhexyl Ester, Polymer With 2-Methylpropyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate is a high-performance copolymer designed for demanding industrial applications. This specialized polymer offers a unique balance of properties, including excellent film-forming capability, chemical resistance, and durability. It is a critical raw material for formulators in the coatings, adhesives, and sealants industries seeking to enhance product performance and longevity.

Application

• Industrial Coatings Binder: Used as a primary film-forming agent in high-performance industrial and protective coatings for metal, wood, and plastic substrates.
• Adhesive Formulations: Serves as a key polymer component in pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), laminating adhesives, and construction adhesives, providing tack and cohesion.
• Sealant and Caulk Production: Imparts flexibility, adhesion, and weather resistance to elastomeric sealants and caulks used in construction and automotive applications.
• Ink Vehicle for Packaging: Acts as a resinous vehicle in flexographic and gravure printing inks, particularly for flexible packaging, offering good pigment wetting and printability.
• Textile and Leather Finishes: Employed in coatings and finishes for textiles and synthetic leather to provide a soft hand feel, abrasion resistance, and water repellency.
• Specialty Additive: Functions as a modifier resin to improve specific characteristics like gloss, flexibility, or compatibility in complex polymer blends.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propanoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, 2-Ethylhexyl Ester, Polymer With 2-Methylpropyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate
CAS No.	50698-68-5
Molecular Formula	(C12H22O2·C8H14O2)n
Molecular Weight	Polymer - Contact for details
Synonyms	2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate / Isobutyl methacrylate copolymer; EHMA/IBMA copolymer; Poly(2-ethylhexyl methacrylate-co-isobutyl methacrylate); 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-ethylhexyl ester, polymer with 2-methylpropyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate; Methacrylic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, polymer with isobutyl methacrylate; Acrylic copolymer resin; CAS 50698-68-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate / Isobutyl methacrylate copolymer adheres to a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent molecular weight distribution, composition, viscosity, and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 and open flame. Under these conditions, the product has excellent shelf stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, viscous liquid to solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Solid Content	≥ 98.0%
Viscosity (Brookfield)	Specified range per grade
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)	Specified range per grade
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Color (Gardner)	≤ 2
Residual Monomer (GC)	≤ 0.5%

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