Description

2-(Vinyloxy)Ethyl Methacrylate is a versatile bifunctional monomer containing both a vinyl ether and a methacrylate group. This unique structure makes it a critical crosslinking agent and reactive diluent in advanced polymer formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and photopolymer industries seeking to enhance product performance, cure speed, and final material properties.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings & Inks: Acts as a highly reactive diluent and crosslinker, improving cure speed, hardness, and chemical resistance in wood, plastic, and metal coatings.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Used in anaerobic, cyanoacrylate, and radiation-curable formulations to modify viscosity and enhance adhesion strength and flexibility.
• Photoresists & Electronics: A key component in photo-polymerizable resins for printed circuit boards (PCBs), solder masks, and microelectronics fabrication.
• Dental & Medical Polymers: Employed in the synthesis of biocompatible polymers for dental composites, bone cements, and other medical devices.
• Fiber Optic Coatings: Used in coatings for optical fibers to provide protective, durable, and light-transmissive layers.
• Modifier for Acrylic Resins: Incorporated to introduce internal plasticization, improve impact resistance, and lower the glass transition temperature (Tg) of acrylic polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Vinyloxy)Ethyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	1464-69-3
Molecular Formula	C8H12O3
Molecular Weight	156.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene glycol monovinyl ether methacrylate; 2-(Ethenyloxy)ethyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate; VEM; 2-Vinyloxyethyl methacrylate; Methacrylic acid 2-(vinyloxy)ethyl ester; Ethanol, 2-(ethenyloxy)-, methacrylate; 2-(Vinyloxy)ethyl 2-methylacrylate
EINECS	215-966-5

Quality Control

Our 2-(Vinyloxy)Ethyl Methacrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for reactive monomer applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and inhibitor content are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon) to prevent polymerization and oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, the addition of a suitable polymerization inhibitor (e.g., MEHQ) is recommended and standard.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	100 - 200 ppm
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/cm³

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