Poly(vinyl cinnamate) is a photoreactive polymer used in light-sensitive coatings, photoresist and patterning materials, optical films, and UV-crosslinkable polymer research. Cinnamate functionality enables photoinduced crosslinking under appropriate UV exposure conditions.
Synonyms / related names: PVCi; poly(vinyl cinnamate); vinyl cinnamate polymer; cinnamate-functional polymer.
This product is supplied as a white or light yellow powder with an assay specification of 95.0% minimum. It is soluble in THF and NMP and is commonly selected for laboratory workflows involving photosensitive polymer films, surface patterning, and crosslinkable coating systems.
Researchers, formulators, and industrial users may use poly(vinyl cinnamate) in photolithography research, UV-curable coatings, holographic and optical film studies, patterned polymer surfaces, and specialty photoreactive materials development.
Key Properties
- Photoreactive cinnamate-functional polymer
- CAS Number: 9050-06-0
- Product Number: 02648
- Linear Formula: [-CH2CH(O2CCH=CHC6H5)-]n
- Appearance: White or light yellow powder
- Assay: 95.0% minimum
- Soluble in THF and NMP
- Useful for UV-crosslinkable polymer systems
Applications
Photoresists & Patterning Materials
Poly(vinyl cinnamate) may be used in photoresist and patterning research where UV exposure is used to create crosslinked polymer regions for lithographic or printing-related workflows.
UV-Curable Coatings
This polymer may be evaluated in UV-curable coating systems where cinnamate groups support photoinduced crosslinking and film formation under appropriate processing conditions.
Holographic & Optical Films
Poly(vinyl cinnamate) is useful in optical film and holographic materials research where light-responsive polymer behavior and crosslinked film formation are important.
Surface Modification & Functional Films
This material may be used in specialty surface modification and functional film studies involving photosensitive polymer layers, patterned surfaces, and crosslinkable coatings.
Solubility & Processing Considerations
- Soluble in THF and NMP
- Photoreactivity depends on UV exposure conditions, film thickness, solvent system, and processing method
- Film properties depend on polymer concentration, coating method, substrate, drying conditions, and exposure parameters
- Compatibility with substrates, photo-processing conditions, additives, and solvents should be evaluated before scale-up
Final performance should be confirmed under the user’s specific application conditions, including solvent selection, film thickness, UV exposure, substrate preparation, and post-exposure processing.
Preparation Tips
- Dissolve or disperse using a compatible solvent such as THF or NMP
- Use clean equipment to reduce contamination during film or coating preparation
- Control coating thickness and drying conditions for consistent film formation
- Protect prepared materials from unintended UV exposure when photosensitivity must be preserved
- Run small-scale coating and exposure trials before production or process transfer
Handling & Storage
- Store at room temperature
- Exercise normal care during handling
- Use good ventilation and standard laboratory safety practices
- Avoid unnecessary dust generation during powder transfer
- Wear protective gloves and safety glasses when appropriate
- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet before handling
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FAQ
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1. What is Poly(vinyl cinnamate) used for?
Poly(vinyl cinnamate) is used in photoresist and patterning research, UV-curable coatings, optical films, holographic materials, surface modification, and specialty photoreactive polymer development.
2. What makes Poly(vinyl cinnamate) photoreactive?
The cinnamate groups in the polymer can undergo photoinduced crosslinking under appropriate UV exposure conditions.
3. What is the CAS number?
The CAS number for Poly(vinyl cinnamate) is 9050-06-0.
4. What solvents dissolve Poly(vinyl cinnamate)?
The product page lists Poly(vinyl cinnamate) as soluble in THF and NMP.
5. How should Poly(vinyl cinnamate) be stored?
Store Poly(vinyl cinnamate) at room temperature. Review the Safety Data Sheet for complete storage, handling, and personal protective equipment guidance.
Safety & Documentation
Poly(vinyl cinnamate) should be handled using normal precautions and standard laboratory safety practices. The product page lists handling as “exercise normal care” and hazards as “harmless-use normal precautions.” Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and product specification for complete handling, storage, hazard, and technical information.
