MONTECK™ TBMA

MONTECK™ TBMA


Chemical

tert‐Butyl Methacrylate

Linear Formula

H2C=C(CH3)CO2C(CH3)3

CAS Number

585‐07‐9

Packaging Available

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TBMA tert‐Butyl Methacrylate CAS 585‐07‐9

tert-Butyl Methacrylate – Specialty Methacrylate for Durable, Weather-Resistant Polymers

tert-Butyl Methacrylate (t-BMA) is a high-performance methacrylate monomer widely used in the production of polymers and resins for coatings, adhesives, and sealants. Known for its ability to enhance hardness, chemical resistance, and thermal stability, t-BMA is a preferred component in advanced polymer formulations that demand durability and precision performance.

With its bulky tert-butyl ester group, tert-Butyl Methacrylate introduces rigidity and structural integrity into copolymers, making it ideal for applications requiring dimensional stability, low water absorption, and surface hardness. It is particularly effective in formulations designed for automotive, construction, and medical device industries, where long-term durability and environmental resistance are essential.

As part of the methacrylate family, t-BMA also offers excellent optical clarity, UV resistance, and weatherability, making it a valuable ingredient in both clear and pigmented coatings. In adhesives and sealants, it improves adhesion to a variety of substrates while enhancing aging and heat resistance.

Additionally, tert-Butyl Methacrylate is commonly used in plastics modification, inks, and radiation-curable systems, where its fast-curing properties and compatibility with a range of monomers support efficient production and high-performance end-use applications.

MONTECK™ TBMA tert‐Butyl Methacrylate CAS Number: 585‐07‐9