Description

Methacrylic Acid-Divinylbenzene Copolymer is a synthetic, cross-linked polymeric resin with a high surface area and tailored porosity. This material is engineered to provide exceptional chemical and thermal stability, making it a critical component in advanced separation and purification processes. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for applications such as chromatography, catalysis, and as a functional carrier material.

Application

• Chromatographic Separation Media: Widely used as a stationary phase in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and size-exclusion chromatography (SEC) for the purification of pharmaceuticals, peptides, and natural products.
• Ion-Exchange Resin: Functionalized derivatives serve as robust ion-exchange resins for water treatment, demineralization, and the recovery of precious metals.
• Polymer-Supported Reagents & Catalysts: Acts as an inert, high-surface-area support for immobilizing catalysts, reagents, and scavengers in combinatorial chemistry and solid-phase synthesis.
• Controlled Drug Delivery Systems: Utilized in the formulation of sustained-release drug delivery platforms due to its biocompatibility and modifiable release kinetics.
• Adsorbent for Wastewater Treatment: Effective in adsorbing organic contaminants, dyes, and heavy metal ions from industrial effluents.
• Solid-Phase Extraction (SPE): Packed into cartridges for the selective extraction and concentration of analytes from complex biological or environmental matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methacrylic Acid-Divinylbenzene Copolymer
CAS No.	9022-86-0
Molecular Formula	(C₄H₆O₂·C₁₀H₁₀)x
Molecular Weight	N/A (Polymer)
Synonyms	Poly(methacrylic acid-co-divinylbenzene); Methacrylic acid/divinylbenzene copolymer; MAA-DVB copolymer; Divinylbenzene-methacrylic acid copolymer; Poly(MAA-co-DVB); Amberlite-type polymeric adsorbent (related); Polymethacrylic acid crosslinked with divinylbenzene; Carboxylic acid functionalized polymeric resin
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Quality Control

Our Methacrylic Acid-Divinylbenzene Copolymer is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent performance characteristics such as particle size distribution, pore volume, surface area, and functional group capacity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your application requirements.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. The product is hygroscopic; ensure containers are sealed after use to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white beads or powder
Particle Size Range	25-100 μm (or as specified)
Pore Volume	0.5 - 1.2 mL/g
Surface Area (BET)	300 - 600 m²/g
Functional Group Capacity	3.0 - 6.0 meq/g
Moisture Content	< 5.0 %
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure

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