Description

2-[(1-Methylethyl)Thio]Ethyl Methacrylate is a specialized methacrylate monomer featuring a thioether linkage, offering unique reactivity and polymer properties. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce sulfur-containing functional groups into polymer backbones, enhancing characteristics like adhesion, refractive index, and chemical resistance. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and formulators in the advanced polymer, specialty coatings, and adhesive industries for developing high-performance materials.

Application

• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for creating specialty acrylic and methacrylic copolymers with tailored properties.
• High-Performance Coatings: Used in formulations for coatings requiring superior adhesion to difficult substrates, chemical resistance, and specific optical properties.
• Specialty Adhesives & Sealants: Incorporated to improve the bonding strength, flexibility, and durability of industrial adhesives.
• Optical Materials: Serves as a building block for polymers with modified refractive indices, useful in lenses, optical fibers, and films.
• Surface Modification Agents: Used to graft functional polymer brushes onto surfaces for biomedical or anti-fouling applications.
• Crosslinking Agent: Can act as a reactive site for crosslinking in thermoset resins, enhancing network density and thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(1-Methylethyl)Thio]Ethyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	86047-53-2
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2S
Molecular Weight	188.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Isopropylthio)ethyl] methacrylate; 2-(Isopropylthio)ethyl methacrylate; 2-[(1-Methylethyl)thio]ethyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate; Methacrylic acid 2-[(1-methylethyl)thio]ethyl ester; Isopropylthioethyl methacrylate; IPTEM; 2-(Isopropylsulfanyl)ethyl methacrylate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-[(1-Methylethyl)Thio]Ethyl Methacrylate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques like GC and HPLC to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain monomer stability and prevent premature polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 250 ppm

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