Description

Methyl Methacrylate-Tertiary Butyl Methacrylate-Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer is a specialized acrylic copolymer engineered to deliver a unique balance of properties by combining the hardness of methyl methacrylate, the weather resistance of tertiary butyl methacrylate, and the flexibility and hydrophobicity of lauryl methacrylate. This tailored polymer is critical for formulators seeking to enhance the performance and durability of coatings, adhesives, and specialty resins. It is particularly valuable for industries requiring advanced materials with excellent weatherability, chemical resistance, and tailored glass transition temperatures.

Application

• High-Performance Coatings: Used in automotive, industrial, and architectural coatings to improve gloss retention, UV resistance, and flexibility.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Serves as a key component in pressure-sensitive and structural adhesives, providing enhanced tack, cohesion, and environmental stability.
• Plastic Modifiers and Impact Improvers: Acts as an additive to modify the impact strength, processability, and surface characteristics of engineering plastics.
• Printing Inks: Imparts durability, adhesion, and rub resistance to inks for packaging and specialty printing applications.
• Leather and Textile Finishes: Used in coatings and finishes to provide a soft hand feel, water repellency, and abrasion resistance.
• Specialty Resins: A building block for custom resin formulations requiring specific solubility, compatibility, or thermal properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Methacrylate-Tertiary Butyl Methacrylate-Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer
CAS No.	88190-20-9
Molecular Formula	(C5H8O2.C8H14O2.C16H30O2)x
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	MMA-TBMA-LMA Copolymer; Acrylic Copolymer of MMA, TBMA, and LMA; Poly(methyl methacrylate-co-tert-butyl methacrylate-co-lauryl methacrylate); Methacrylic Acid, Methyl Ester, Polymer with 1,1-Dimethylethyl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate and Lauryl 2-Methyl-2-Propenoate; 2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, Polymer with 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester and Dodecyl Ester; Tert-Butyl Methacrylate-Methyl Methacrylate-Lauryl Methacrylate Terpolymer
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Methacrylate-Tertiary Butyl Methacrylate-Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for critical parameters including monomer composition, molecular weight distribution, residual monomers, and key physical properties to ensure consistent performance and batch-to-batch uniformity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request.

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 heat sources and open flame. Under these conditions, the product is stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or beads
Solid Content	≥ 98.0 %
Composition (MMA:TBMA:LMA)	As per customer grade
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)	Grade dependent
Residual Monomer	≤ 0.5 % (by GC)
Molecular Weight (Mw)	Grade dependent (GPC)
Moisture Content	≤ 1.0 % (Karl Fischer)

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