Description

2-Methoxyethyl Methacrylate is a versatile methacrylate ester monomer characterized by its methoxyethyl functional group. This compound is a crucial building block in polymer chemistry, offering a unique balance of reactivity, flexibility, and solubility for advanced material formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymer industries to enhance product performance, such as improving adhesion, flexibility, and resistance properties in the final application.

Application

• UV-Curable Coatings and Inks: A key reactive diluent and cross-linking agent in formulations requiring fast curing, high gloss, and chemical resistance.
• Acrylic Resin Production: Used as a co-monomer to modify the properties of acrylic polymers, imparting improved flexibility, adhesion, and solubility.
• Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs): Incorporated to adjust the tack, peel strength, and shear resistance of adhesive tapes and labels.
• Dental and Biomedical Polymers: Employed in the synthesis of resins for dental composites and other biocompatible materials due to its controllable polymerization.
• Fiber Optic Coatings: Used in protective coatings for optical fibers to provide durability and environmental protection.
• Photoresists and Electronic Chemicals: Serves as a monomer in photopolymerizable resins for microelectronics and printed circuit boards.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxyethyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	6976-93-8
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether methacrylate; 2-Methoxyethyl 2-methylpropenoate; Methoxyethyl methacrylate; Glycol monomethyl ether methacrylate; Methyl Cellosolve methacrylate; 2-Methoxyethanol methacrylate; EGMEA; GMA (in some contexts, though commonly for Glycidyl Methacrylate)
EINECS	230-200-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxyethyl Methacrylate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance-critical parameters. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, purity (by GC), water content, color, and inhibitor level are provided with every shipment to guarantee supply consistency and reliability for your production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). The product contains an inhibitor to prevent premature polymerization; storage conditions must be maintained to preserve inhibitor efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 20
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 100 ppm
Acidity (as Methacrylic Acid)	≤ 0.1 %

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