Monoterpenes, a class of natural compounds that occur as secondary plant metabolites, have received increasing attention as promising starting materials for the synthesis of (meth)acrylate monomers. This review addresses the synthesis, polymerization, and diverse applications of monoterpene (meth)acrylates and provides a comprehensive overview of the progress in this field in recent decades. Various synthetic routes and techniques are discussed, highlighting the adaptability of monoterpenes as starting materials. The different material properties, due to the diverse chemical structures, are examined in the context of different polymerization methods. The potential for tailoring polymer properties through the selection of appropriate monomers and polymerization techniques is demonstrated. The wide range of applications for such polymers, including their use in adhesives, coatings, biomedical materials and beyond, will be highlighted. Innovative applications are presented to highlight the practical relevance of these materials in various industries. This review is intended to offer researchers a comprehensive resource on the synthesis, polymerization, and applications of monoterpene (meth)acrylates. It highlights the versatile nature of these compounds, which offer a promising avenue for the development of environmentally friendly and high-performance polymeric materials.

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单萜基（甲基）丙烯酸酯的合成和聚合：IBO(M)A 作为工业应用的相关单体

单萜是一类作为次生植物代谢物存在的天然化合物，作为合成（甲基）丙烯酸酯单体的有前景的起始材料而受到越来越多的关注。本综述讨论了单萜（甲基）丙烯酸酯的合成、聚合和多种应用，并全面概述了近几十年来该领域的进展。讨论了各种合成路线和技术，强调了单萜作为起始材料的适应性。由于不同的化学结构，不同的材料特性在不同的聚合方法的背景下进行了检查。证明了通过选择适当的单体和聚合技术来定制聚合物性能的潜力。此类聚合物的广泛应用，包括它们在粘合剂、涂料、生物医学材料等方面的应用，将得到强调。介绍了创新的应用，以强调这些材料在各个行业中的实际相关性。本综述旨在为研究人员提供有关单萜（甲基）丙烯酸酯的合成、聚合和应用的全面资源。它强调了这些化合物的多功能性，为开发环保和高性能聚合物材料提供了一条有前途的途径。