Glycidyl Methacrylate

IUPAC NAME
2,3-Epoxypropyl methacrylate

CHEMICAL FORMULA
H2C=C(CH3)COOCH2CH(CH2)O

CONCENTRATION
min. 98.0 %

CAS No
106-91-2

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Glycidyl Methacrylate (GMA) is a versatile monomer containing both epoxy and methacrylate groups, making it useful for a variety of crosslinking and polymer modification processes. It is widely used in the production of specialty resins, coatings, and adhesives due to its ability to enhance mechanical and chemical resistance properties.

PROPERTIES

  •  – High reactivity due to the presence of both epoxy and methacrylate groups.
  • – Excellent adhesion-promoting capabilities.
  • – Improves thermal and chemical resistance in polymer systems.

APPLIATION AREAS

  • – Coatings and paints (automotive and industrial applications).
  • – Adhesives and sealants.
  • – Composite resins.
  • – Plastic modification.

IT IS APPLIED IN THE PRODUCTION OF

  • – High-performance coatings.
  • – Reactive resins for electronic encapsulation.
  • – UV-curable systems.
  • – Industrial adhesives.

Chemical Properties

• Purity ≥98%
• Acid Content ≤0.02%.
• Moisture Amount ≤0.2%.
• Colour (APHA) ≤50

Physical Properties

• Appearance Clear, colorless liquid.
• Physical State Liquid.
• Odor Mild ester-like odor.
• Molecular Weight: 142.15 g/mol
• Density 1.07 g/cm³ at 20°C.
• Boiling Point 189°C.
• Freezing Point 20°C (approximate).
• Flash Point 76°C (closed cup).
• Viscosity 2.5–4.0 mPa·s at 25°C.

Synonymous

– GMA.
– Methacrylic acid glycidyl ester.
– Glycidyl methacrylate monomer.
– 2,3-Epoxypropyl methacrylate.
– Epoxide methacrylate.