3,4-Epoxycyclohexane carboxylic acid, methyl ester CAS 41088-52-2

3,4-Epoxycyclohexane carboxylic acid, methyl ester Details

Chemical Name: 3,4-Epoxycyclohexane carboxylic acid, methyl ester

Synonyms: Methyl 3,4-Epoxycyclohexanecarboxylate; Methyl 7-oxabicycloheptane-3-carboxylate

CAS No.: 41088-52-2

Molecular Formula: C8H12O3

Molecular Weight: 156.18

Appearance: Clear, colorless to light yellow liquid

Assay: ≥97%

3,4-Epoxycyclohexane carboxylic acid, methyl ester Typical Properties

3,4-Epoxycyclohexane carboxylic acid, methyl ester Usage

• Cationic UV/EB Curing Coatings & Inks:

  • Reactive Diluent & Monomer: Functions as a low-viscosity, fast-curing cycloaliphatic epoxide monomer for cationic UV-curable coatings, electronic inks, 3D printing stereolithography resins, and adhesives.

  • High Weatherability & Low Shrinkage: Exhibits fast curing speed under UV light, low volumetric shrinkage during polymerization, excellent yellowing resistance, and high optical transparency.

• Encapsulation & Electronic Chemicals:

  • Semiconductor & LED Packaging: Serves as a key component or modifier in cycloaliphatic epoxy resin systems for LED encapsulants, electronic potting compounds, and insulating varnishes.

• Chemical Intermediate:

  • API & Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile cycloaliphatic building block for synthesizing pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs), active biological molecules, crop protection chemicals, and specialty polymer additives.

3,4-Epoxycyclohexane carboxylic acid, methyl ester Packaging and Shipping

Packing: 25KG/Drum

3,4-Epoxycyclohexane carboxylic acid, methyl ester Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, dark, and well-ventilated warehouse.

Shelf Life: 12 to 24 months under recommended original unopened storage conditions.