Description

2-Naphthylethyl Methacrylate is a specialized methacrylate monomer featuring a bulky naphthyl group. This compound matters for its ability to impart unique properties, such as enhanced refractive index, thermal stability, and hydrophobicity, to advanced polymer systems. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and formulators in the photoresist, optical lens, and high-performance coating industries seeking to engineer materials with specific functional characteristics.

Application

• Photoresist & Photopolymer Formulations: A key monomer for producing advanced photoresists used in semiconductor manufacturing and printing plates.
• Optical Materials: Used in the synthesis of polymers for optical lenses, fibers, and films requiring a high refractive index.
• Specialty Coatings & Adhesives: Imparts durability, chemical resistance, and adhesion properties to industrial and electronic coatings.
• Modifier for Acrylic Resins: Serves as a functional comonomer to enhance the thermal and mechanical properties of acrylic polymers.
• Hydrophobic Polymer Synthesis: Utilized in creating polymers with low surface energy for water-repellent applications.
• Advanced Material R&D: A building block for novel polymeric materials in academic and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Naphthylethyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	71154-41-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	242.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Naphthyl)ethyl methacrylate; 2-Naphthaleneethyl methacrylate; 2-Naphthylethyl 2-methylacrylate; Methacrylic acid 2-naphthylethyl ester; β-Naphthylethyl methacrylate; NEM (abbreviation); 2-(Naphthalen-2-yl)ethyl methacrylate; 2-(2-Naphthyl)ethyl 2-methylpropenoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Naphthylethyl Methacrylate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and industrial-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to prevent potential polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50-200 ppm

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