Description

4-([6-(Methacryloyloxy)Hexyl]Oxy)Benzenecarboxylic Acid is a specialized methacrylate-functionalized aromatic carboxylic acid monomer. This compound matters for its dual functionality, combining a polymerizable methacrylate group with a reactive carboxylic acid moiety, enabling its use as a key building block in advanced polymer synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D and production teams in the polymer, specialty coatings, and advanced materials industries for creating custom functional polymers with tailored surface properties.

Application

• Functional Monomer for Specialty Polymers: Serves as a critical co-monomer for introducing pendant carboxylic acid groups into acrylic and methacrylic polymer backbones.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used in the synthesis of surface-active polymers for coatings, adhesives, and inks to enhance adhesion, wettability, and compatibility.
• Photoresist and Photopolymer Formulations: A valuable component in advanced photoresist chemistry for microelectronics and printing plates due to its photoreactive and acid-functional properties.
• Dental and Biomedical Materials: Employed in the development of dental composites and bone cements where controlled polymerization and biocompatibility are required.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a crosslinker in thermoset resins, utilizing the carboxylic acid group for further reaction with epoxies or other functional groups.
• Hydrogel Synthesis: Used in the creation of pH-responsive hydrogels for drug delivery and biosensing applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-([6-(Methacryloyloxy)Hexyl]Oxy)Benzenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	91652-00-5
Molecular Formula	C18H24O5
Molecular Weight	320.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(6-Methacryloyloxyhexyl)oxy]benzoic Acid; 4-(6-Methacryloyloxyhexyloxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-[(6-((2-methyl-1-oxo-2-propen-1-yl)oxy)hexyl)oxy]-; 4-(6-Methacryloyloxy-hexyloxy)-benzoic acid; 4-(6-Methacryloyloxyhexyloxy)benzoic acid; 4-(6-Methacryloyloxyhexyloxy)-benzoic acid; 4-[6-(Methacryloyloxy)hexyloxy]benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-([6-(Methacryloyloxy)Hexyl]Oxy)Benzenecarboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and high-purity standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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