N-cyclohexylmaleimide: IMILEX™-C N-cyclohexylmaleimide
- Main Applications
Resin modifier
- Applications
- Functions
Basic Information
| Chemical Structure |  |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C10H13NO2 |
| CAS No. | 1631-25-0 |
| Molecular Weight | 179 |
| Packing Type | Can (10 kg), Drum (120 kg (20 kg × 6 bags)) |
Copolymerizing N-cyclohexylmaleimide (IMILEX™-C) can effectively improve the heat resistance of various polymers.IMILEX™-C is especially effective for applications that require optical properties.
Features
| Item | Unit | Representative Values |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | ー | White flakes |
| Melting Point | ℃ | 87-90 |
| Boiling Point | ℃ | 128 (1.33 kPa) |
Packing Type
Can (10 kg), Drum (120 kg (20 kg × 6 bags))
Applicable Laws and Regulations
Regulatory Information
| Country | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| USA | TSCA | 〇 |
| Canada | NDSL | 〇 |
| Australia | AIIC | × |
| EU | EINECS | 〇 |
| REACH | 〇* | |
| Korea | KECL | 〇 |
| K-Reach | × | |
| Taiwan | TCSI | 〇 |
| China | IECSC | × |
| Philippines | PICCS | × |
〇**:Registered(need importer registration), ×:Not registered
Solubility of IMILEX™-C (Amount of IMILEX-C soluble to 100 g of solvent at 25°C)
| Solvent | Solubility (g) | Solvent | Solubility (g) | Solvent | Solubility (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THF | 84 | Styrene | 55 | Xylene | 34 |
| Acrylonitrile | 68 | Ethyl acetate | 48 | Butyl acetate | 34 |
| Acetone | 65 | Toluene | 47 | Methanol | 16 |
| Benzene | 63 | MMA (Methyl Methacrylate) | 41 | Ethanol | 12 |
| MEK | 55 | DMF | 36 | Water | 0.03 |
Examples of Applications
| Resins | Usage Purpose | Applications | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| PVC | Improves heat resistance | Heat-resistant grade PVC | (1)-(3) |
| PMMA | Improves heat resistance | Optical disc substrate | (4) |
| Photosensitive resin | Photosensitivity | Photoengraving system for printed wiring boards | (5) |
・Reference) (1)U.S.Patent 3,756,991 (1973), (2)Japan Kokai JP 86-181853, (3)Japan Kokai JP 86-221209, (4)Japan Kokai JP 86-278509, (5)U.S.Patent 4,072,524 (1978).
Safety
* Please read the Chemical Products Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for details.
Toxicity
| Effect on skin | Mildly irritating |
| Causes inflammation if it comes in contact with and remains on the skin. | |
| Effect on mucous membrane of the eye | Mildly irritating |
| Oral Toxicity (LD50) | 130.3 mg/kg (rat, male), 130.5 mg/kg (rat, female) |
| Mutagenicity | Negative |
Handling Precautions
IMILEX™-C is irritating to the human body; specifically, if inhaled, it irritates the nasal cavity and throat, causing the person to cough and sneeze.Please read the material safety data sheet (SDS) when handling this product, and avoid it from coming into contact with the skin.
Please be sure to wear rubber gloves, long sleeve clothing, a gas mask for organic gas, well-sealed protective spectacles and other protective gear when handling IMILEX™-C to avoid contact with the skin, especially contact with the eyes.Please change out of the stained clothes worn while handling IMILEX™-C once you have finished using it.
Please inquire with Nippon Shokubai if you have any questions about the handling precautions of the purchased IMILEX™-C.
First Aid
Skin contact: Immediately take off the stained clothes, and wash the areas of the skin that have come into contact with IMILEX™-C with plenty of water and soap.Eye contact: Gently rinse the eye area with clean water for at least 15 minutes, and immediately see a doctor for treatment.
Storage Precautions
Please avoid storing the product in the direct sunlight and in damp and humid areas; make sure to store it in a storehouse in temperatures not exceeding 40°C.
Please be sure to read the Chemical Products Safety Data Sheet (SDS) when handling this product.