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Bisphenol A dianhydride (BPADA, CAS 38103-06-9) is a bisphenol-based aromatic dianhydride
widely used as a monomer in the synthesis of high-performance and optically transparent
polyimides. Owing to its bulky isopropylidene structure, BPADA provides excellent solubility,
suppressed charge-transfer interactions, balanced thermal stability, and low dielectric
characteristics, making it particularly suitable for processing-oriented and flexible
polyimide systems.
Basic Information of BPADA
| Product Name | Bisphenol A dianhydride |
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| Abbreviation | BPADA |
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| CAS Number | 38103-06-9 |
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| Molecular Formula | C31H20O8 |
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| Molecular Weight | 520.49 g/mol |
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| Appearance | White to light yellow powder or crystal |
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| Purity | ≥99% |
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| Package | 1kg/bottle, 20kg/drum, or customized |
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| Molecular Structure |  |
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Key Properties
Bulky bisphenol A backbone disrupts molecular packing and suppresses
charge-transfer complexes, enabling high optical transparency.
Excellent solubility and broad processing window for poly(amic acid)
solutions compared with rigid aromatic dianhydrides.
Moderate glass transition temperature (Tg ~200°C) suitable for
flexible and optoelectronic polymer systems.
Low dielectric constant and good electrical insulation performance
in derived polyimides.
Compatible with a wide range of aromatic and aliphatic diamines for
tuning mechanical and optical properties.
Application Positioning of BPADA
Primary Positioning – Processing-Oriented Polyimide Systems:
BPADA is primarily positioned for processing-oriented polyimide formulations,
where solubility, film-forming ability, and controllable viscosity are critical.
Its bulky non-planar structure enables easier polymer processing compared with
highly rigid dianhydrides such as BPDA or PMDA.
Secondary Positioning – Flexible Films, Coatings, and Adhesives:
BPADA is widely applied in
flexible polyimide films, coatings, and adhesive systems ,
where mechanical compliance, optical clarity, and dimensional stability are required.
Key Applications of BPADA
Processing-Oriented Polyimides:
Used as a solubility-enhancing dianhydride for polyimide systems requiring
wide processing windows, controlled molecular weight growth, and uniform
film or coating formation.
Flexible Films, Coatings, and Adhesives:
Applied in flexible substrates, protective coatings, and high-performance
adhesive formulations where toughness, transparency, and moderate heat
resistance are essential.
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