Description

4-(Ethoxyethoxy)Styrene is a specialized vinyl monomer featuring an ethoxyethoxy side chain, offering enhanced solubility and reactivity for advanced polymer synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in creating polymers with tailored properties such as flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance. Industries involved in high-performance coatings, advanced adhesives, photoresists, and specialty resins will find this monomer essential for their R&D and production processes.

Application

• Photoresist and Photopolymer Formulations: Acts as a reactive diluent and monomer in UV-curable systems for electronics and printing plates.
• Specialty Coatings and Inks: Used to synthesize resins that improve flexibility, adhesion, and durability in industrial and protective coatings.
• Pressure-Sensitive and Structural Adhesives: Incorporated to modify the tack, peel strength, and thermal properties of acrylic and other adhesive systems.
• Modifier for Engineering Plastics and Composites: Serves as a comonomer to enhance processability and impact resistance of various polymer matrices.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in the production of thermosetting polymers and networks for enhanced mechanical and chemical stability.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A valuable precursor for further chemical modifications in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Ethoxyethoxy)Styrene
CAS No.	157057-20-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	192.25 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)styrene; 4-Vinylphenoxyethoxyethane; 1-Ethoxy-2-(4-vinylphenoxy)ethane; 4-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)styrene; 4-Ethoxyethoxystyrene; Phenol, 4-ethenyl-, 2-ethoxyethyl ether; 2-(4-Vinylphenoxy)ethyl ethyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Ethoxyethoxy)Styrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for sensitive polymerization processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific tests is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your formulations.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to maintain monomer stability and prevent premature polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50-100 ppm

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