Description

2-(2-Methyl-2-Propenoyloxy)Ethyl 3-Hydroxybutanoate is a specialized bifunctional monomer featuring both a polymerizable methacrylate group and a hydroxylbutyrate ester moiety. This compound matters as a versatile building block for synthesizing advanced polymers with tailored properties such as biodegradability, biocompatibility, and specific mechanical strength. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biomedical, and specialty polymer industries for creating drug delivery systems, biodegradable plastics, and functional coatings.

Application

• Biodegradable Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) analogs and other biodegradable plastics.
• Biomedical Materials: Used in the fabrication of biocompatible hydrogels, scaffolds for tissue engineering, and controlled-release drug delivery vehicles.
• Functional Coatings & Adhesives: Serves as a cross-linking agent in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives to enhance durability and performance.
• Dental & Medical Resins: Incorporated into resin formulations for dental composites and bone cements due to its potential for improved biocompatibility.
• Specialty Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a precursor for further chemical modifications to create novel surfactants or plasticizers with specific functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Methyl-2-Propenoyloxy)Ethyl 3-Hydroxybutanoate
CAS No.	169518-50-7
Molecular Formula	C10H16O5
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methacryloyloxy)ethyl 3-hydroxybutyrate; 3-Hydroxybutyric Acid 2-(Methacryloyloxy)ethyl Ester; Ethylene Glycol Methacrylate 3-Hydroxybutyrate; HEMA 3-Hydroxybutyrate; 2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate 3-Hydroxybutanoate Ester; 2-HEMA 3-HB; (2-Methacryloyloxyethyl) 3-hydroxybutanoate; Glycol Methacrylate Hydroxybutyrate
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Methyl-2-Propenoyloxy)Ethyl 3-Hydroxybutanoate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.455 - 1.465
Density (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/cm³

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