Description

2-(Diethylamino)-1-Methylethyl Methacrylate is a specialized methacrylate monomer featuring a tertiary amine functional group. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce cationic charge and reactivity into polymer chains, enabling the creation of materials with tailored surface properties and functionality. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop products with enhanced adhesion, dispersibility, or antimicrobial characteristics.

Application

• Cationic Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing polymers with permanent positive charges, useful in flocculants, retention aids, and charge control agents.
• Advanced Coatings & Inks: Imparts excellent adhesion to various substrates, including plastics and metals, and is used in automotive, industrial, and packaging coatings.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Enhances bonding strength and wet adhesion properties in acrylic-based pressure-sensitive and structural adhesives.
• Personal Care & Cosmetic Polymers: Employed in the synthesis of cationic conditioning polymers for hair care and skincare products.
• Water Treatment Chemicals: Used in copolymers designed for sludge dewatering and as clarifying agents.
• Textile & Leather Auxiliaries: Serves as a modifying agent in polymers for fabric softeners, dye-leveling agents, and leather finishing.
• Paper & Pulp Chemicals: Contributes to the production of wet-strength resins and drainage aids.
• Biomedical Materials: Investigated for use in drug delivery systems and non-fouling surface coatings due to its tunable charge and reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Diethylamino)-1-Methylethyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	18262-04-9
Molecular Formula	C11H21NO2
Molecular Weight	199.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Diethylamino)ethyl Methacrylate, Diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate (DEAEMA); N,N-Diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate; 2-(N,N-Diethylamino)ethyl Methacrylate; Methacrylic Acid 2-(Diethylamino)ethyl Ester; Diethylamino Ethyl Methacrylate; 2-(Diethylamino)-1-methylethyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate; N,N-Diethyl-2-(methacryloyloxy)ethanamine
EINECS	242-160-1

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Diethylamino)-1-Methylethyl Methacrylate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity verification, and impurity profiling, to ensure consistency and reliability for your formulations. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Due to its properties, this material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) when in partially used containers to maintain purity and prevent 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)	≤ 50
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 150 ppm

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