Description

2,2-Dimethylhexyl Acrylate is a branched alkyl acrylate monomer characterized by its unique steric hindrance and hydrophobic properties. This compound is a crucial building block in polymer chemistry, enabling the synthesis of materials with enhanced flexibility, low-temperature performance, and improved resistance to environmental factors. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer industries for developing high-performance acrylic resins and pressure-sensitive adhesives.

Application

• Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs): Imparts excellent tack, peel strength, and low-temperature flexibility to acrylic-based adhesive formulations.
• Coatings and Paints: Used as a co-monomer to enhance the hydrophobicity, weatherability, and flexibility of acrylic coatings for automotive, industrial, and architectural applications.
• Specialty Acrylic Polymers: Serves as a key monomer for creating polymers with specific glass transition temperatures (Tg) and improved solubility in non-polar solvents.
• Textile and Leather Finishes: Incorporated into polymer emulsions to provide soft, durable, and water-resistant finishes.
• UV-Curable Resins: Acts as a reactive diluent or functional monomer in formulations for inks, coatings, and 3D printing resins, contributing to reduced viscosity and enhanced cure speed.
• Sealants and Caulks: Improves the elasticity, adhesion, and durability of acrylic-based sealant compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethylhexyl Acrylate
CAS No.	13141-04-3
Molecular Formula	C11H20O2
Molecular Weight	184.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Acrylic acid, 2,2-dimethylhexyl ester; 2,2-Dimethyl-1-hexyl acrylate; 1-Hexanol, 2,2-dimethyl-, acrylate; 2,2-Dimethylhexyl propenoate; Octyl acrylate, branched; DMHA
EINECS	236-099-5

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,2-Dimethylhexyl Acrylate is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and customer-specific requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply consistency and product reliability for your critical formulations.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen) is recommended to preserve quality and inhibit premature polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 30
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 150 ppm
Acidity (as acrylic acid)	≤ 0.1 %

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