Description

Isoheptyl Methacrylate is a specialized methacrylate ester monomer valued for its ability to impart unique properties to polymer chains. Its branched alkyl chain structure contributes to enhanced hydrophobicity, flexibility, and low-temperature performance in the resulting copolymers. This monomer is essential for formulators and polymer chemists in industries such as coatings, adhesives, and specialty plastics seeking to fine-tune material characteristics.

Application

• Coatings & Paints: Used to formulate high-performance industrial, automotive, and architectural coatings, improving flexibility, water resistance, and durability.
• Adhesives & Sealants: A key component in pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) and structural adhesives to enhance tack, peel strength, and environmental resistance.
• Acrylic Resins & Plastics: Serves as a comonomer in the production of impact-resistant acrylic sheets, molding compounds, and transparent plastics.
• UV-Curable Systems: Employed in inks, coatings, and 3D printing resins that cure rapidly under UV light, offering excellent cure response and film properties.
• Oil & Gas Additives: Used in the synthesis of polymers for drilling fluid additives and pour-point depressants, improving flow properties in cold environments.
• Textile & Leather Finishes: Incorporated into polymer emulsions for fabric coatings and leather finishes to provide softness, water repellency, and abrasion resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isoheptyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	94247-07-1
Molecular Formula	C11H20O2
Molecular Weight	184.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Isoheptyl 2-methylacrylate; Isoheptyl methacrylate; Methacrylic acid, isoheptyl ester; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid isoheptyl ester; 3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl methacrylate (common trade name); Iso-C7 methacrylate; Branched C7 alkyl methacrylate
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Quality Control

Our Isoheptyl Methacrylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for monomer content and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile and light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential quality degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 20
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 100 ppm
Acidity (as Methacrylic Acid)	≤ 0.1%

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