Description

Benzyl 2-Ethyl Acrylate 99 is a high-purity specialty acrylate ester monomer. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in polymer synthesis, offering a unique combination of the benzyl group's properties with the reactivity of an acrylate double bond. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical intermediates, advanced material science, and specialty adhesive sectors for developing novel polymers with tailored characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and custom drug delivery polymers.
• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Used as a co-monomer to introduce benzyl functionalities, modifying the hydrophobicity, glass transition temperature (Tg), and solubility of acrylic copolymers.
• UV-Curable Resins & Coatings: Incorporated into formulations for inks, adhesives, and protective coatings that cure rapidly under UV light.
• Specialty Adhesives and Sealants: Enhances adhesion properties and flexibility in high-performance adhesive systems.
• Cross-linking Agent: Acts as a cross-linker in polymer networks to improve thermal stability and mechanical strength.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel macromolecular architectures and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl 2-Ethyl Acrylate 99
CAS No.	219506-75-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Propenoic acid, 2-ethyl-, phenylmethyl ester; Benzyl 2-ethylacrylate; 2-Ethylacrylic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl 2-ethylpropenoate; NSC 406306; Phenylmethyl 2-ethyl-2-propenoate
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Quality Control

Our Benzyl 2-Ethyl Acrylate 99 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standard of 99% minimum assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %

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