1,2,4,5-cyclohexanetetracarboxylic dianhydride (HPMDA) CAS 2754-41-8
HPMDA CAS 2754-41-8 for Transparent and Processable Polyimide Synthesis
1,2,4,5-Cyclohexanetetracarboxylic dianhydride, commonly known as HPMDA, is a cycloaliphatic dianhydride monomer used as a structural building block in low-color, transparent and processable polyimide synthesis. Its alicyclic structure makes HPMDA relevant to polymer systems where optical clarity, reduced coloration, moisture resistance, flexibility and dielectric behavior need to be balanced.
HPMDA belongs to the broader category of polyimide dianhydride monomers and is also included in Aure Chemical’s Polyimide Monomers: Diamines and Dianhydrides technical guide. It is often considered in optical, transparent, electronic-grade, membrane-related and flexible polyimide material development, depending on the paired diamine, formulation and processing conditions.
Basic Information of HPMDA
| Product Name | 1,2,4,5-Cyclohexanetetracarboxylic dianhydride |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | HPMDA |
| CAS Number | 2754-41-8 |
| Product Type | Cycloaliphatic dianhydride monomer |
| Molecular Formula | C10H8O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 224.17 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to almost white powder or crystal |
| Purity | ≥ 99%; batch data should be confirmed when quality documentation is available |
| Main Application | Transparent, low-color, processable and membrane-related polyimide synthesis |
| Package | 1 kg/bottle, 20 kg/drum, or customized packaging |
| Documents | SDS, TDS and available product information upon request |
| Storage | Keep sealed, dry, and away from moisture |
| Molecular Structure | ![]() |
Key Features in Polyimide Design
Cycloaliphatic dianhydride structure, relevant to transparent and low-color polyimide dianhydride monomers.
Alicyclic structure may help reduce charge-transfer interactions and support optical clarity depending on the paired diamine and polymer architecture.
Non-aromatic dianhydride design may be considered when low coloration, moisture resistance, dielectric behavior and flexible film performance are part of the target material design.
HPMDA can be considered in optical and transparent polyimide systems where reduced coloration and optical clarity are important.
Final material properties depend on dianhydride purity, diamine selection, solvent system, imidization conditions, film formation and polymer processing method.
Pairing HPMDA with Diamine Monomers
In polyimide synthesis, HPMDA may be evaluated with selected monomers from Aure Chemical’s polyimide diamine monomers supply portfolio to design transparent, low-color, processable and membrane-related PI systems. Fluorinated diamines such as TFMB / TFDB CAS 341-58-2 may be considered when optical clarity, dielectric behavior or reduced moisture uptake are part of the target polymer design.
Ether-containing diamines such as BAPP CAS 13080-86-9 or TPE-Q CAS 3491-12-1 may help adjust solubility, flexibility and film-forming behavior, while rigid aromatic diamines may be selected when thermal resistance and dimensional stability are more important.
Application Context of HPMDA in Polyimide Systems
HPMDA is typically used as a structural dianhydride monomer rather than a finished application material. It is commonly discussed in transparent, low-color, flexible, dielectric and membrane-related polyimide material development, where alicyclic dianhydride structure can influence optical behavior, moisture absorption, polymer morphology and processing performance.
Optical and transparent polyimide systems – monomer selection for reduced coloration, optical clarity and transparent film design.
Electronics and microelectronics polyimide applications – dielectric, insulation and moisture-related material requirements.
Energy storage and separation applications – membrane-related and functional polymer research contexts.
Flexible films, coatings and adhesives – flexible, processable and low-color PI material systems.
Specialty functional polyimide materials – alicyclic dianhydride selection for advanced polymer research and formulation design.
SDS, TDS and Technical Documentation
Aure Chemical can provide SDS, TDS, typical product information and packaging details for HPMDA CAS 2754-41-8 upon request. Since no batch COA has been provided for this page, final purity, appearance and batch-specific quality data should be confirmed when available before order confirmation.
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Packaging, Logistics & Compliance Capabilities
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Packaging Options
- 25 kg / 50 kg bags (fiber drum, aluminum bag, HDPE drum)
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Transportation Modes
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Storage & Handling
- Dry, cool, and well-ventilated warehouses
- Segregation by hazard class
- FIFO inventory management
- Temperature-controlled storage if required
- Regular inspection & labeling control
Documentation & Compliance
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