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Basic Information
Product Name: Glycidyl methacrylate
CAS Number: 106-91-2
Alias: GMA, 2,3-Epoxypropyl methacrylate
Chemical Full Name: Oxiran-2-ylmethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
Molecular Formula: C7H10O3
Molecular Weight: 142.15
EINECS: 203-441-9
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Dual-functional acrylic monomer with epoxy & vinyl double bond
- Structural Features: Contains polymerizable C=C double bond and reactive epoxy glycidyl group; double bond undergoes free-radical polymerization, epoxy ring crosslinks with amines/carboxyl groups, dual crosslinkable functional groups
- Characteristic: Key modified acrylic monomer for coating, adhesive, resin modification
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless transparent low-viscosity liquid
- Odor: Mild acrylic ester odor
- Melting Point: -40 °C
- Boiling Point: 189 °C
- Flash Point: 76 °C (closed cup)
- Density (20℃): 1.042 g/cm3
- Refractive Index (20℃): 1.448
- Solubility: Insoluble in water; miscible with alcohols, ketones, esters, aromatic solvents, acrylic monomers
- Stability: Stable under sealed cool storage; easy self-polymerization under heat, UV or initiator; epoxy ring opens under acid/alkali catalysis; incompatible with strong oxidants, strong acids
Synthesis & Applications
Production Method
Esterification of methacrylic acid with epichlorohydrin under phase transfer catalyst, de-salt and vacuum rectification purification.
Main Applications
- Coating resin monomer: Raw material for epoxy acrylic powder coating, waterborne anti-corrosion coating, automotive topcoat
- Adhesive modifier: Crosslinking monomer for acrylic structural adhesive, pressure-sensitive adhesive
- Polymer modification additive: Toughening modifier for PVC, ABS, epoxy resin; compatibilizer for polymer blends
- Electronic chemical material: UV curable solder mask resin, PCB insulating coating monomer
- Fiber treatment agent: Reactive finishing monomer for textile anti-fouling coating
Safety & Storage Instructions
GHS Hazard Classification
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 May cause allergic skin reaction
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Personal Protection
Organic vapor respirator, full-face chemical splash goggles, butyl nitrile impermeable gloves, chemical resistant overalls; operate in ventilated fume hood, avoid direct skin contact and vapor inhalation.
Storage Condition
Hermetically sealed iron drum with polymerization inhibitor added, cool dry ventilated warehouse ≤25℃; isolate oxidants, strong acids, heat sources, avoid sunlight to prevent self-polymerization.
Transportation
Class 3 flammable corrosive liquid, UN3267, Packing Group II; separate from acidic chemicals, oxidants during transit.
Quality Specifications
- Purity (GC): ≥99.0%
- Moisture: ≤0.05%
- Chroma (Pt-Co): ≤10
- Inhibitor (MEHQ): 100–300 ppm
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 106-91-2 |
| Product Name | Glycidyl methacrylate (GMA) |
| Synonym | 2,3-Epoxypropyl methacrylate |
| Molecular Formula | C7H10O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 142.15 |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Flash Point | 76℃ |
| Core Advantage | Dual epoxy & vinyl functional monomer, crosslink modifier for acrylic/epoxy resins |
| Storage Rule | Sealed cool storage with inhibitor, away from heat, acid and oxidants |
| Hazard Property | Flammable corrosive liquid, skin sensitizer, toxic to aquatic organisms |
| Main Usage | Powder coating monomer, adhesive crosslinker, plastic compatibilizer, UV electronic coating raw material |
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