Description

4-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid Glycidyl Ester is a specialized epoxy-functional monomer used as a reactive diluent and cross-linking agent in advanced polymer formulations. This compound matters for its ability to modify resin viscosity and enhance the thermal and chemical resistance properties of the final cured materials. It is needed by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and composite industries seeking to improve product performance.

Application

• As a reactive diluent in epoxy resin systems to reduce viscosity for improved processing.
• A key monomer for synthesizing high-performance coatings with enhanced weatherability and chemical resistance.
• Used in the formulation of structural adhesives and sealants requiring strong thermal stability.
• As a cross-linking agent in the production of fiber-reinforced composites for automotive and aerospace applications.
• In the manufacture of electrical insulation materials and potting compounds.
• For research and development of novel thermoset polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid Glycidyl Ester
CAS No.	59313-58-5
Molecular Formula	C14H18O3
Molecular Weight	234.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycidyl 4-tert-Butylbenzoate; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)benzoic Acid 2,3-Epoxypropyl Ester; p-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid Glycidyl Ester; Benzoic Acid, 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-, 2,3-Epoxypropyl Ester; Epoxypropyl p-tert-Butylbenzoate; TBBA-GE; (2,3-Epoxypropyl) 4-tert-butylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid Glycidyl Ester undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles to meet your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Epoxy Value	Contact for details
Color (Gardner)	≤ 2
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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