Glycidyl methacrylate
- Createtime： 2026-04-14
- Updatetime： 2026-09-30
Product Details
| useage |
Industrial use
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| deliveryInfo |
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| appearance |
liquid
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| Molecular Weight |
142.15
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| aliasen |
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| supplyCapacity |
50000MT/Month
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| harbor |
Qingdao,China
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| minorder |
1KG
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| Appearance |
Colorless transparent low-viscosity liquid
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Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
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 |
