Deuterated Isopropyl acrylate-d3 | CAS 689-12-3

OVERVIEW

Deuterated Isopropyl acrylate-d3 | CAS 689-12-3 is a selectively deuterated acrylate monomer widely used in advanced polymer research, mechanistic studies, and high-resolution spectroscopic analysis. By replacing the hydrogen atoms in the isopropyl group with deuterium, the molecule exhibits unique isotopic and spectroscopic behavior, enabling more precise tracking, quantification, and structural elucidation in chemical and material science workflows.

ResolveMass Laboratories Inc. offers high-purity Isopropyl Acrylate-d₃ tailored for researchers who require isotopically labeled monomers for kinetic isotope effect studies, NMR assignment, polymer degradation tracking, and specialized surface chemistry applications. Its stability, compatibility with radical polymerization systems, and predictable reactivity make it an indispensable tool across polymer chemistry, analytical chemistry, and formulation development.

CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Chemical Name: Isopropyl Acrylate-d₃
CAS Number: 689-12-3
Molecular Formula: C₆H₅D₃O₂
Molecular Weight: Approximately 132 g/mol (varies slightly with isotopic substitution)
Isotopic Labeling: Three deuterium atoms incorporated into the isopropyl moiety
Synonyms:
• Prop-2-yl acrylate-d₃
• Acrylic acid isopropyl ester-d₃
• IPA-d₃ (Isopropyl Acrylate, deuterated)

Isopropyl Acrylate-d₃ maintains the same functional acrylate ester backbone as its protonated counterpart, enabling it to participate in standard acrylate polymerization reactions. The presence of deuterium modifies vibrational modes and NMR signatures, reducing peak overlap and enhancing spectral clarity in mechanistic studies.

KEY FEATURES

• High Deuterium Incorporation: ≥98% atom D for consistent isotopic labeling

• Spectroscopy-Ready: Strongly enhanced signal resolution in NMR and IR

• Polymerization Compatible: Suitable for RAFT, ATRP, FRP, and photopolymerization

• High Purity: Optimized for analytical, research, and materials development applications

• Stable Ester Functionality: Supports long shelf life and controlled reactivity

APPLICATIONS  of  Deuterated Isopropyl acrylate-d3 | CAS 689-12-3

1. Polymer Chemistry & Material Science

Isopropyl Acrylate-d₃ is used to synthesize deuterium-labeled homopolymers and copolymers for:

• Chain-growth kinetic studies

• Diffusion and transport studies in polymer matrices

• Understanding monomer reactivity ratios in copolymerization

• Tracking polymer degradation pathways

• Small-angle neutron scattering (SANS) experiments requiring deuterium contrast

Deuterated acrylates are particularly advantageous in neutron scattering because deuterium provides strong contrast variation, enabling researchers to map polymer morphology, block copolymer self-assembly, and nanoscale phase separation.

2. Analytical and Spectroscopic Research

The compound is extensively used in:

• ¹H and ²H NMR structural elucidation: Deuteration removes interfering proton signals and highlights specific regions of interest.

• IR/Raman spectral analysis: Deuterium shifts characteristic stretching vibrations, helping assign polymerization intermediates and monitor reaction progress.

• Kinetic isotope effect (KIE) studies: Researchers use deuterated monomers to evaluate bond-breaking and rate-determining steps during radical polymerization.

3. Mechanistic Studies in Radical Chemistry

Isopropyl Acrylate-d₃ provides insights into:

• Propagation rate constants

• Hydrogen abstraction pathways

• Radical stability and intermediate lifetimes

• Termination kinetics in acrylate polymerization

Because replacing H with D slows certain reaction pathways, researchers can isolate and analyze transient intermediates more effectively.

4. Surface Coatings & Functional Films

Deuterated acrylate monomers enable fabrication of:

• Custom deuterium-tagged coatings

• Analytical reference films for neutron reflectometry

• Deuterated polymer brushes and thin films used in biomedical or microfluidic devices

• Modified surfaces where isotopic labeling is required for depth profiling using ToF-SIMS or XPS

5. Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Research

While not used directly as a drug component, Isopropyl Acrylate-d₃ contributes to:

• Studying polymeric drug delivery carriers

• Tracking polymer erosion and diffusion processes

• Developing labeled excipients for mechanistic biodegradation studies

Deuterated materials help researchers quantify mass-loss kinetics and polymer cleavage pathways with high precision.

BENEFITS FOR RESEARCHERS

• Enhanced Analytical Accuracy: Improved spectral separation and reduced peak overlaps in NMR/IR.

• Superior Contrast in Neutron Studies: Essential for SANS and neutron reflectometry.

• Reproducible Kinetic Data: Ideal for probing the influence of isotopic substitution on polymerization.

• Versatile in Polymer Synthesis: Works smoothly with leading controlled-polymerization methods.

QUALITY & COMPLIANCE

ResolveMass Laboratories Inc. supplies Deuterated Isopropyl Acrylate-d₃ produced under stringent quality systems with:

• Verified isotopic enrichment

• High-purity monomer suitable for analytical and synthetic use

• Comprehensive QC including NMR and chromatographic purity analysis

This ensures reproducibility, batch consistency, and confidence for advanced research programs.

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