Description

2-Propenoic Acid,2-[[3A,4,5,6,7,7A-Hexahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5(Or 6)-Yl]Oxy]Ethyl Ester is a specialized acrylate monomer featuring a complex, rigid bicyclic structure derived from norbornene. This compound matters for its unique ability to impart high thermal stability, chemical resistance, and low shrinkage to polymer systems. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and formulators in the advanced coatings, photoresists, and specialty adhesives industries seeking to enhance material performance.

Application

• Advanced Photoresists & Semiconductor Materials: Serves as a key monomer for formulating high-resolution, chemically amplified photoresists used in microchip fabrication.
• High-Performance Coatings: Imparts exceptional durability, adhesion, and resistance to solvents and weathering in industrial, automotive, and protective coatings.
• Specialty Adhesives & Sealants: Used to develop adhesives with enhanced thermal stability and mechanical strength for demanding aerospace and electronics applications.
• Dental & Biomedical Polymers: Incorporated into resin composites and cement formulations to achieve low polymerization shrinkage and high biocompatibility.
• Optical Polymers & Waveguides: A building block for polymers with specific refractive indices and clarity for optical components and fiber optics.
• 3D Printing Resins (SLA/DLP): Enhances the toughness, resolution, and post-cure properties of resins used in additive manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid,2-[[3A,4,5,6,7,7A-Hexahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5(Or 6)-Yl]Oxy]Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	68169-12-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₀O₃
Molecular Weight	248.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[[(3aR,4S,7R,7aS)-Octahydro-4,7-methano-1H-inden-5-yl]oxy]ethyl acrylate; 2-((3aR,4S,7R,7aS)-Octahydro-4,7-methano-1H-inden-5-yloxy)ethyl acrylate; 5-Acryloyloxyethyl-2-norbornene; 2-(Bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-5-en-2-yloxy)ethyl acrylate; NBEOEA; Norbornene Ethoxyethyl Acrylate; Acrylic acid, 2-[(3aR,4S,7R,7aS)-octahydro-4,7-methano-1H-inden-5-yl]oxy]ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Propenoic Acid,2-[[3A,4,5,6,7,7A-Hexahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Inden-5(Or 6)-Yl]Oxy]Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear 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
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 200 ppm

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