Description

2-Aminoethylmethacrylate is a bifunctional monomer featuring both a polymerizable methacrylate group and a reactive primary amine group. This unique structure makes it a versatile building block for synthesizing specialty polymers with tailored properties. It is primarily used in the production of cationic polymers, functional coatings, and advanced adhesives across various high-tech industries.

Application

• Cationic Polymer Synthesis: Key monomer for producing polymers used in water treatment as flocculants, in personal care as conditioning agents, and in the paper industry for retention aids.
• UV-Curable Coatings & Inks: Imparts adhesion promotion and crosslinking functionality to coatings for plastics, metals, and wood, enhancing durability and chemical resistance.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Serves as a reactive diluent and adhesion promoter in structural acrylic and epoxy-based adhesive systems.
• Biomedical & Hydrogel Materials: Used to create functional hydrogels and polymer scaffolds for drug delivery systems and biomedical applications due to its amine reactivity.
• Surface Modification: Employed to graft functional polymer brushes onto surfaces (e.g., silica, metals) to alter wettability, biocompatibility, or introduce specific chemical groups.
• Ion-Exchange Resins: A precursor for manufacturing resins used in chromatography and purification processes in pharmaceutical and chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminoethylmethacrylate
CAS No.	7659-36-1
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO2
Molecular Weight	129.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methacryloyloxy)ethylamine; N-Methacryloylethanolamine; Methacrylic acid 2-aminoethyl ester; 2-Aminoethyl methacrylate; β-Aminoethyl methacrylate; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)methacrylamide; AEMA; Aminoethyl Methacrylate Monomer
EINECS	231-620-2

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminoethylmethacrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistent performance, and reliable supply for your critical formulations. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light may lead to discoloration and polymerization. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Color (APHA)	≤ 100

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