Description

2-Phenyl-2-Propyl Methacrylate is a specialized methacrylate monomer featuring a phenyl-substituted tertiary carbon center. This unique structure imparts valuable properties to polymers, such as enhanced refractive index, thermal stability, and specific solubility profiles. It is a critical building block for advanced material scientists and polymer chemists developing high-performance coatings, optical materials, and specialty adhesives. The compound is supplied under stringent quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for demanding industrial and R&D applications.

Application

• High-Refractive-Index Optical Polymers: A key monomer for manufacturing lenses, optical fibers, and LED encapsulants requiring precise light management.
• Specialty Coatings and Inks: Imparts hardness, chemical resistance, and specific adhesion properties in advanced industrial and automotive coatings.
• Adhesive and Sealant Formulations: Used to modify the tack, cohesion, and environmental resistance of acrylic-based pressure-sensitive and structural adhesives.
• Dental and Biomedical Materials: Serves as a comonomer in the synthesis of resins for dental composites and other biocompatible polymer networks.
• Photoresists and Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of advanced photoresists for semiconductor lithography due to its tunable reactivity.
• Modifier for Engineering Plastics: Enhances the impact strength, thermal properties, and processability of various thermoplastic and thermoset matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenyl-2-Propyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	54554-17-5
Molecular Formula	C13H16O2
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-2-propyl methacrylate; 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropyl methacrylate; Methacrylic acid 2-phenyl-2-propyl ester; α,α-Dimethylbenzyl methacrylate; Cumyl methacrylate; 1-Methyl-1-phenylethyl methacrylate; 2-Phenylisopropyl methacrylate; (2-Methyl-2-phenylpropyl) 2-methylprop-2-enoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Phenyl-2-Propyl Methacrylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and compositional specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

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, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal monomer quality and inhibit premature polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 150 ppm

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