Description

2-(Dimethylamino)Ethyl Methacrylate Hydrochloride is a functional methacrylate monomer salt, widely recognized by its CAS registry number 2421-44-5. This compound is a key building block for introducing cationic, amine-functional groups into polymer chains, enabling the creation of materials with enhanced adhesion, dyeability, and reactivity. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, personal care, and water treatment industries seeking to develop advanced functional polymers.

Application

• Cationic Polymer Synthesis: A crucial monomer for producing polymers with permanent positive charges, used in flocculants for water purification and sludge dewatering.
• Advanced Coatings & Inks: Imparts excellent adhesion to various substrates, including metals and plastics, and is used in primers, automotive coatings, and UV-curable systems.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Enhances bonding strength and compatibility with acidic surfaces, finding use in pressure-sensitive adhesives and construction sealants.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Employed in the synthesis of cationic conditioning polymers for hair care products (e.g., shampoos, conditioners) to improve softness and manageability.
• Paper & Textile Chemicals: Used to manufacture retention aids, drainage aids in papermaking, and cationic dye fixatives or softening agents for textiles.
• Biomedical Materials: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing hydrogels, drug delivery carriers, and non-fouling surface coatings due to its reactive methacrylate and amine groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Dimethylamino)Ethyl Methacrylate Hydrochloride
CAS No.	2421-44-5
Molecular Formula	C8H16ClNO2
Molecular Weight	193.67 g/mol
Synonyms	DMAEMA HCl; 2-(N,N-Dimethylamino)ethyl methacrylate hydrochloride; N,N-Dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate hydrochloride; Methacrylic acid 2-(dimethylamino)ethyl ester hydrochloride; DMAM HCl; DMACl; 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate hydrochloride; (2-Methacryloyloxyethyl)dimethylamine hydrochloride
EINECS	219-350-7

Quality Control

Our 2-(Dimethylamino)Ethyl Methacrylate Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance for your production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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