Hydroxypropyl Methacrylate (HPMA) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- 2-Hydroxypropyl Methacrylate
- Propylene Glycol Monomethacrylate
Hydroxypropyl methacrylate, commonly abbreviated HPMA, is a hydroxyl-functional methacrylate monomer for acrylic resins, coatings, adhesives and speciality polymers. The methacrylate group supports polymerisation while the hydroxypropyl group provides a reactive site for adhesion, crosslinking or further formulation chemistry.
The page covers technical inhibited monomer, coating and adhesive grade, and higher-purity monomer options. Buyers should specify the required inhibitor system, colour, acidity, water, isomer profile and process compatibility rather than treating HPMA as interchangeable with every hydroxy-functional acrylate.
HPMA is distinct from HEMA, the separate hydroxyethyl methacrylate monomer, and from hydroxypropyl acrylate. The chosen monomer affects polymerisation rate, flexibility, hardness, glass-transition behaviour and the final coating or adhesive performance.
Send the intended resin route, coating or adhesive process, inhibitor and impurity requirements, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and quotation validity are confirmed for the selected hydroxypropyl methacrylate grade.
- CAS number
- 27813-02-1
- Formula
- C7H12O3
- Grade
- technical inhibited monomer, coating grade, high-purity monomer
- Appearance
- Clear colourless to pale liquid methacrylate monomer.
Hydroxypropyl Methacrylate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical inhibited monomer | stabilised liquid monomer | — | Acrylic resin, coating, adhesive and polymerisation systems requiring pendant hydroxyl functionality. | Confirmed with the quotation |
| Coating and adhesive grade | stabilised liquid monomer | — | UV, radiation-curable and conventional coating or adhesive formulations where adhesion and reactive hydroxyl groups are required. | Confirmed with the quotation |
| High-purity monomer | stabilised liquid monomer | — | Speciality resin and qualified formulation routes requiring tighter colour, inhibitor and impurity control. | Confirmed with the quotation |
How to buy hydroxypropyl methacrylate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for hydroxypropyl methacrylate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical identity | Hydroxypropyl methacrylate (HPMA) | — |
| Commercial form | Stabilised liquid monomer | — |
| Isomer profile | Hydroxypropyl methacrylate isomer composition confirmed by grade | — |
| Inhibitor system | Specified for storage and polymerisation control | — |
| Quality controls | Purity, colour, acidity and water limits confirmed by quotation | — |
Hydroxypropyl Methacrylate applications
Safety and handling
Keep containers closed and protect the material from conditions that may affect its grade. Handling and storage details are confirmed in the product documentation.
Common questions about hydroxypropyl methacrylate
What is hydroxypropyl methacrylate used for?
HPMA is used in acrylic coatings, adhesives, UV-curable systems, functional polymers, textile binders and speciality resin formulations.
Is HPMA the same as HEMA?
No. HPMA is hydroxypropyl methacrylate, while HEMA is hydroxyethyl methacrylate. They are separate monomers with different spacer structures and formulation behaviour.
What does inhibited monomer mean?
An inhibitor is used to reduce unwanted polymerisation during storage. The suitable inhibitor system and level depend on the grade, storage conditions and intended process.
Which HPMA quality details should a formulator request?
Include purity, colour, acidity, water, inhibitor, isomer profile, storage life and any incumbent monomer reference used in the qualified resin system.
Can HPMA be used in UV-curable coatings?
It may be considered in UV or radiation-curable systems when the reactive diluent balance, hydroxyl functionality, cure response and final film properties have been qualified.