Formula	CAS
C27H32O6	24448-20-2

Background
BIS-EMA is a methacrylic monomer based on Bisphenol A. Acrylates based on bisphenol A or epoxy resin can be polymerirzed not only by exposure to UV light, electron beams or visible light, but also chemically activated by the use of various peroxides. BIS-EMA has been shown to be a strong sensitizer with the guinea pig maximization test.

Synonyms
2,2-bis(4-(2-Methacryloxyethoxy)phenylpropane
BIS-EMA

Uses
Adhesives

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions

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Author(s):
Allergology: background information on allergens.