Description

Bis(2,3-Epoxypropyl)Cyclohexane-1,4-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity, cycloaliphatic diepoxide monomer valued for its excellent reactivity and the enhanced thermal and chemical resistance it imparts to cured polymer networks. This compound is a critical intermediate for formulators seeking to improve the performance characteristics of epoxy resins, adhesives, and composite materials. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the advanced coatings, electronics encapsulation, and high-performance composite industries.

Application

• Advanced Epoxy Resin Formulation: Serves as a key monomer for producing high-performance, cycloaliphatic epoxy resins with superior weatherability and UV resistance.
• Electronic Encapsulants & Potting Compounds: Used in formulations for protecting sensitive electronic components due to its excellent electrical insulation properties and low shrinkage upon curing.
• High-Performance Composite Matrices: Employed in the production of matrices for fiber-reinforced composites in aerospace, automotive, and sporting goods, offering high strength-to-weight ratios and thermal stability.
• Specialty Adhesives & Sealants: A reactive diluent and crosslinker in adhesives requiring strong chemical resistance and durable bonds under harsh environmental conditions.
• UV-Curable Coatings & Inks: Functions as a crosslinking agent in cationic UV-curable systems for coatings, inks, and 3D printing resins, providing fast cure speeds and low VOC emissions.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in organic synthesis for the production of more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2,3-Epoxypropyl)Cyclohexane-1,4-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	7176-17-2
Molecular Formula	C16H22O6
Molecular Weight	310.34 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylic Acid, Bis(2,3-Epoxypropyl) Ester; Cyclohexane-1,4-dicarboxylic Acid Diglycidyl Ester; Diglycidyl 1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylate; 1,4-Bis(2,3-Epoxypropoxycarbonyl)cyclohexane; Epoxy Resin Monomer DGE-CHDA; 7176-17-2; 4-(Oxiran-2-ylmethoxycarbonyl)cyclohexane-1-carboxylic Acid Oxiran-2-ylmethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(2,3-Epoxypropyl)Cyclohexane-1,4-Dicarboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, epoxy equivalent weight, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and reactivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Epoxy Equivalent Weight (EEW)	155 - 165 g/eq
Viscosity (25°C)	Contact for details
Color (Gardner)	≤ 2
Hydrolyzable Chloride	≤ 100 ppm
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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