Description

2-Hydroxy-3-Phenoxypropyl Acrylate is a specialized acrylate monomer featuring both a reactive acrylate group and a hydroxyl group, making it a versatile building block for polymer synthesis. This bifunctional nature is critical for creating polymers with tailored properties such as enhanced adhesion, flexibility, and cross-linking density. It is primarily sought after by formulators and manufacturers in the UV-curable coatings, adhesives, inks, and specialty polymer industries for developing high-performance materials.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings & Inks: A key reactive diluent and cross-linking agent in formulations for wood, plastic, and metal coatings, offering excellent cure speed and film properties.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Used to synthesize acrylic polymers that provide strong adhesion to various substrates, including metals and plastics, for structural and pressure-sensitive adhesives.
• Specialty Acrylic Resins: Serves as a co-monomer to introduce pendant hydroxyl groups, enabling further modification (e.g., with isocyanates) for polyurethane-acrylate hybrids.
• Photopolymer & 3D Printing Resins: Employed in stereolithography (SLA) and other light-based additive manufacturing processes to create parts with specific mechanical and chemical resistance.
• Fiber Optic Coatings: Utilized in the production of primary and secondary coatings for optical fibers due to its ability to form tough, protective polymer layers.
• Dental & Medical Polymers: A component in the synthesis of biocompatible polymers used in dental composites and other medical device applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-3-Phenoxypropyl Acrylate
CAS No.	16969-10-1
Molecular Formula	C12H14O4
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-3-phenoxypropyl acrylate; 3-Phenoxy-2-hydroxypropyl acrylate; Acrylic acid 2-hydroxy-3-phenoxypropyl ester; 2-Propenoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-phenoxypropyl ester; Phenoxyhydroxypropyl acrylate; HPPA; PHA; Glycidyl phenyl ether acrylate adduct
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-3-Phenoxypropyl Acrylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identity confirmation (IR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications for polymerization-grade monomers. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, color, moisture content, and inhibitor levels are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, maintain under a nitrogen atmosphere and monitor inhibitor levels.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 100
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	100 - 200 ppm
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

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