Poly(glycidyl methacrylate) (PGMA)
We mainly produce PGMA, Mn 40000 - 80000, EEW 300 max.
Mn: Number-average molecular weight.
EEW: Epoxy equivalent weight.
Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Product Name: Poly(glycidyl methacrylate) (PGMA)
CAS Number: 25067-05-4
EC Number: 246-584-9
Product Code: POL-PGMA-001
Molecular Formula: (C₇H₁₀O₃)n
Molecular Weight: 5,000-1,000,000 g/mol (customizable)
Revision Date: June 3, 2026
Version: 2.0
Chemical & Physical Properties
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
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| Appearance | White to off-white free-flowing powder or pellets | Visual inspection |
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) | 41-45°C (lit.) | ASTM D3418 (DSC) |
| Decomposition Temperature | ≥ 250°C (TGA) | ASTM E1131 (TGA) |
| Density | 1.19-1.21 g/cm³ at 25°C | ASTM D792 |
| Solubility | Soluble in organic solvents (THF, DMF, toluene); Insoluble in water and alcohols | Gravimetric method |
| Storage Conditions | Store at 2-8°C (35-46°F) in dry environment; avoid moisture and direct sunlight | - |
| Shelf Life | 24 months when stored properly |
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Key Features & Advantages
Technical Benefits
Reactive Epoxy Groups: Pendant epoxy functionality enables versatile chemical modification
Tailorable Molecular Weight: Customizable from 5,000 to 1,000,000 g/mol
High Thermal Stability: Decomposition temperature above 250°C
Excellent Adhesion: Forms strong bonds with various substrates (metal, glass, polymers)
Biocompatibility: Suitable for biomedical applications when properly purified
Chemical Reactivity
Epoxy Ring Opening: Reacts with nucleophiles (amines, alcohols, thiols) under mild conditions
Grafting Capability: Enables surface modification of other polymers and materials
Cross-linking: Can undergo self-crosslinking or copolymerization with other monomers