C5H8O3
min. 98.5 %
C5H8O3
min. 98.5 %
2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA)
2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA) is an ester of Acrylic acid and is used as a raw material component in the synthesis of polymers. 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA) is a monofunctional methacrylate monomer with a characteristic high reactivity of methacrylates and a branched hydrophobic moiety. 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA) forms homopolymers and copolymers. Copolymers of 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA)can be prepared with (meth)acrylic acid and its salts, amides, and esters, as well as methacrylates, acrylonitrile, maleic esters, butadiene, and other monomers.
2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA) is also a very useful feedstock for chemical syntheses because it readily undergoes addition reactions with a wide variety of organic and inorganic compounds.
Product Type: Hydroxyl-containing Acrylate Monomer
Features & Benefits:
- Chemical resistance
- Crosslinking
- Scratch resistance
- Adhesion
- Low VOC
- Rheology modifier
- Weatherability
Applications areas:
- 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA) is used in the preparation of solid polymers, dispersions, and polymer solutions, which are used as binders, film formers, adhesives, and sealants, coatings in various industries.
It is applied in the production of:
- Automotive Coatings
- Industrial Coatings
- Concrete Additives
- Adhesives
- Plastics
- UV Curables
Chemical Properties:
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Puritymin. 98.5%
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Acid Valuemax. 2.5 mg KOH/g
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Water contentmax. 0.15%
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Color APHAmax. 10
Physical Properties:
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Appearanceclear, colorless
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Physical formliquid
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Odorester-like, mild pungent
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Molecular weight116.1 g/mol
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Density1.106 g/cm3 at 25 °C
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Boiling Point200 °C
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Freezing Point< – 60 °C
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Flash point101 °C
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Viscosity11.17 mPa · s
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Vapor Point0.1 mbar at 21.4 °C
In order to prevent polymerization, 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA) must always be stored under air, and never under inert gases. The presence of oxygen is required for the stabilizer to function effectively. It has to contain a stabilizer and the storage temperature must not exceed 35°C. Under these conditions, the storage stability of one year can be expected upon delivery. In order to minimize the likelihood of over storage, the storage procedure should strictly follow “first-in-first out” principle. For extended storage periods over 4 weeks it is advisable to replenish the dissolved oxygen content. Over time the content of Ethylene Glycol Diacrylate slowly increases. If this trace component is relevant to your process, the material should be consumed within the latest 6 months after receipt of the material. The preferred construction material for tanks and pipes is stainless steel. Carbon steel is also acceptable, although the formation of rust may be a problem with product quality (color). Iron(III)-ions have been shown to be a weak polymerization initiator. If carbon steel is to be used, special procedures should be used to prepare the tank for use. Storage tanks, pumps, and pipes should be earthed.
Storage & Handling:
In order to prevent polymerization, 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (2-HEA) must always be stored under air, and never under inert gases. The presence of oxygen is required for the stabilizer to function effectively. It has to contain a stabilizer and the storage temperature must not exceed 35°C. Under these conditions, the storage stability of one year can be expected upon delivery. In order to minimize the likelihood of over storage, the storage procedure should strictly follow “first-in-first out” principle. For extended storage periods over 4 weeks it is advisable to replenish the dissolved oxygen content. Over time the content of Ethylene Glycol Diacrylate slowly increases. If this trace component is relevant to your process, the material should be consumed within the latest 6 months after receipt of the material. The preferred construction material for tanks and pipes is stainless steel. Carbon steel is also acceptable, although the formation of rust may be a problem with product quality (color). Iron(III)-ions have been shown to be a weak polymerization initiator. If carbon steel is to be used, special procedures should be used to prepare the tank for use. Storage tanks, pumps, and pipes should be earthed.
A Safety Data Sheet has been compiled for 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate (HEA) that contains up-to-date information on questions relevant to safety.
The data contained in this publication are based on our current knowledge and experience. In view of the many factors that may affect the processing and application of our product, these data do not relieve processors from carrying out their own investigations and tests; neither do these data imply any guarantee of certain properties, nor the suitability of the product for a specific purpose. Any descriptions, drawings, photographs, data, proportions, weights, etc. given herein may change without prior information and do not constitute the agreed contractual quality of the product. It is the responsibility of the recipient of our products to ensure that any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed.