Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Shikoku 2E4MZ-A Imidazole Curing Agent

Shikoku 2E4MZ-A is a high-reactivity imidazole curing agent from Shikoku’s 2E series, designed for epoxy resin systems requiring precise thermal latency and rapid post-cure activation. It enables low-temperature curing, excellent storage stability, and superior mechanical properties in composites, adhesives, and encapsulants—ideal for electronics and aerospace applications.
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Features Of Shikoku 2E4MZ-A Imidazole Curing Agent

  1. Low-temperature latent curing activity with onset around 80–90°C, enabling excellent processing safety and extended pot life.

  2. High reactivity with epoxy resins, delivering rapid gelation and full cure at elevated temperatures (130–160°C).

  3. Excellent thermal stability and low volatility, minimizing weight loss and outgassing during high-temperature processing.

  4. Superior compatibility with standard bisphenol-A and novolac epoxy systems without phase separation.

  5. Non-corrosive to metals and compatible with common accelerators for tailored cure profiles.

Typical Applications Of Shikoku 2E4MZ-A Imidazole Curing Agent

  1. Prepregs for aerospace and high-performance composites requiring precise cure control and low residual stress.

  2. Encapsulants and underfills in semiconductor packaging demanding low ionic impurity and high glass transition temperature (Tg).

  3. Adhesives for structural bonding in automotive and electronics where fast throughput and high thermal reliability are critical.

  4. Electrically insulating coatings and potting compounds for power electronics and EV battery modules.

  5. High-temperature resistant laminates used in printed circuit board (PCB) substrates and advanced packaging.

Specifications Of Shikoku 2E4MZ-A Imidazole Curing Agent

Chemical Type2-Ethyl-4-methylimidazole (2E4MZ), purified derivative
Product FormPale yellow to light amber crystalline solid
AppearanceFree-flowing granules or fine powder
Melting Point41–45°C
Assay (Purity)≥ 99.0% (GC)
Moisture Content≤ 0.5% (Karl Fischer)
Primary ApplicationsEpoxy resin curing agent for high-performance composites and electronics
Key FeaturesLatent, low-odor, non-hygroscopic, low metal ion content


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