
Butyl methacrylate (BMA) is a crucial acrylic ester monomer with the mf C8H14O2 and mw 142.2. Its molecular structure contains a double bond and an ester group, endowing it with excellent polymerization activity and chemical stability, making it a key raw material for producing high-performance polymers. Industrial production primarily involves the ester exchange reaction between methyl methacrylate (MMA) and n-butanol. Reaction distillation technology enhances efficiency and reduces energy consumption.
| Item | Specification |
| Melting point | -75°C |
| Boiling point | 162-165°C (lit.) |
| Density | 0.894 g/mL at 25°C (lit.) |
| Vapor Density | 4.91 (15°C, vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 2 mmHg (20°C) |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.423 (lit.) |
| Flash Point | 123°F |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol, diethyl ether; insoluble in water. |
Coatings and Inks
– High-performance industrial coatings for automotive, marine, and construction applications.
– Emulsion polymerization monomer for architectural coatings.
– UV-curable coatings for rapid curing in electronics, wood finishing, and similar scenarios.
Adhesives and Sealants
– Used in pressure-sensitive adhesives for tapes, labels, etc.
– As structural adhesives in automotive manufacturing for bonding metals and plastics, meeting lightweighting requirements.
– Used for waterproofing and weather-resistant sealing in building doors/windows and photovoltaic module encapsulation.
Plastics and Composites
– Copolymerized with methyl methacrylate for optical lenses and lighting equipment.
– Enhances toughness and processability of ABS and PVC for appliance housings and pipes.
– Serves as matrix resin in carbon fiber and glass fiber composites for aerospace and wind turbine blades.
Textiles and Leather
– Used as finishing agents in high-end apparel fabrics.
– Applied as coating adhesives in footwear and luggage materials.
Emerging Fields
– Coating material for lithium battery separators, encapsulation films for photovoltaics, and photoresist components.
– Resin matrix for dental restoration materials.
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