Description

2-Isocyanatoethyl Acrylate is a versatile bifunctional monomer that combines an isocyanate group with an acrylate group in a single molecule. This unique structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced polymers with tailored properties, such as enhanced adhesion, crosslinking density, and UV-curability. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop high-performance, reactive systems.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings and Inks: Serves as a reactive diluent and crosslinker to improve film hardness, chemical resistance, and cure speed.
• Adhesive Formulations: Used to enhance the bonding strength and durability of structural and pressure-sensitive adhesives.
• Polymer Modification: A key intermediate for grafting acrylate functionalities onto polyurethane backbones or other polymer chains.
• Specialty Monomers: Employed in the synthesis of custom monomers and oligomers for advanced material science applications.
• Crosslinking Agent: Provides sites for chemical crosslinking in thermoset resins, improving thermal and mechanical stability.
• Bioconjugation and Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in research for coupling reactions due to its reactive isocyanate and polymerizable acrylate groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isocyanatoethyl Acrylate
CAS No.	13641-96-8
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO3
Molecular Weight	141.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acryloyloxyethyl Isocyanate; Acrylic Acid 2-Isocyanatoethyl Ester; β-Isocyanatoethyl Acrylate; 2-Isocyanatoethyl Ester of Acrylic Acid; 2-(Isocyanato)ethyl Acrylate; Isocyanatoethyl Acrylate; 2-Propenoic Acid 2-Isocyanatoethyl Ester; AEI
EINECS	237-141-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Isocyanatoethyl Acrylate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store at 2-8°C to maximize shelf-life and prevent polymerization or moisture ingress. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isocyanate Content (Titration)	29.5 - 30.5 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.