Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Butyl Ester, Polymer With 1-Ethenyl-1H-Imidazole And Methyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate is a specialized terpolymer designed to deliver enhanced performance characteristics in demanding formulations. This product matters because it combines the properties of acrylic esters with the functionality of an imidazole group, offering unique adhesion, film-forming, and chemical resistance properties. Industrial manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer sectors need this advanced material to develop high-performance, tailored solutions for their specific application challenges.

Application

• High-Performance Industrial Coatings: Used as a key resin component to improve adhesion to difficult substrates, chemical resistance, and durability in protective and automotive coatings.
• Advanced Adhesives and Sealants: Serves as a functional polymer to enhance bonding strength, flexibility, and environmental stability in structural and specialty adhesive formulations.
• Specialty Inks and Printing Materials: Imparts excellent pigment wetting, substrate adhesion, and rub resistance in formulations for packaging and industrial printing.
• Textile and Leather Finishing: Utilized in coatings and finishes to provide water repellency, abrasion resistance, and improved handle to fabrics and leather goods.
• Paper and Packaging Coatings: Enhances barrier properties, printability, and surface gloss in functional coatings for paperboard and flexible packaging.
• Polymer Modification and Additives: Acts as a compatibilizer or property enhancer in polymer blends and composites to improve processability or end-use performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Butyl Ester, Polymer With 1-Ethenyl-1H-Imidazole And Methyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate
CAS No.	61386-48-9
Molecular Formula	(C8H14O2.C5H6N2.C5H8O2)x
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	Butyl Methacrylate / Vinylimidazole / Methyl Methacrylate Terpolymer; Poly(butyl methacrylate-co-vinylimidazole-co-methyl methacrylate); BMA/VIM/MMA Terpolymer; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic Acid Butyl Ester Polymer with 1-Ethenyl-1H-Imidazole and Methyl 2-Methyl-2-propenoate; Acrylic Terpolymer with Imidazole Functionality; Butyl Methacrylate-Vinyl Imidazole-Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our terpolymer products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Key parameters such as monomer content, molecular weight distribution, viscosity, and functional group concentration are monitored using advanced analytical techniques including GPC and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications 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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain polymer stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Solid Content (%)	40 - 60 (or as specified)
Viscosity (cP)	Specification available upon request
pH (of solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Residual Monomers (GC)	< 0.5%

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