Description

2-Ethoxyethyl Acrylate is a versatile acrylate ester monomer characterized by its reactive vinyl group and ethoxyethyl side chain. This structure is crucial for imparting flexibility, adhesion, and enhanced solubility in various polymer formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymers industries for developing high-performance materials with tailored properties.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings and Inks: A key reactive diluent and crosslinker in formulations requiring fast curing, high gloss, and excellent adhesion to plastics and metals.
• Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs): Used to modify acrylic copolymers, improving tack, peel strength, and low-temperature flexibility.
• Acrylic Resin Modification: Incorporated into acrylic polymers to enhance solubility in organic solvents, reduce viscosity, and improve compatibility with other resins.
• Fiber Optic Coatings: Employed in the production of primary and secondary coatings due to its balance of flexibility and durability.
• Photopolymer Printing Plates: Serves as a photopolymerizable component in plates for flexographic and letterpress printing.
• Industrial Sealants and Caulks: Contributes to the elasticity, weather resistance, and adhesion properties of acrylic-based sealant formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethoxyethyl Acrylate
CAS No.	106-74-1
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether Acrylate; 2-Ethoxyethanol Acrylate; Ethoxyethyl Acrylate; Acrylic Acid 2-Ethoxyethyl Ester; EEAc; EEA; β-Ethoxyethyl Acrylate; 2-Ethoxyethyl Propenoate
EINECS	203-428-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethoxyethyl Acrylate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity, and impurity profile analysis, to ensure it meets precise specifications for industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers, acids, and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and light-sensitive (store away from light). Inhibited with an appropriate stabilizer (e.g., MEHQ) to prevent premature polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 30
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Acidity (as Acrylic Acid)	≤ 0.1 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	100 - 200 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.