Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 3-Methoxy-, Ethyl Ester, (2E)- is a high-purity, unsaturated ester monomer with significant utility in advanced polymer synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a conjugated system with a methoxy substituent, makes it a valuable building block for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production in industries such as advanced coatings, adhesives, and specialty resins, where it imparts specific performance characteristics like enhanced flexibility, adhesion, or reactivity.

Application

• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing acrylic and methacrylic copolymers with specific glass transition temperatures and mechanical properties.
• Advanced Coatings & Inks: Used in formulating high-performance industrial and automotive coatings, printing inks, and UV-curable systems to improve durability, gloss, and chemical resistance.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Incorporated to enhance the tack, peel strength, and environmental stability of pressure-sensitive and structural adhesives.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a reactive intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.
• Resin Modification: Employed to modify the properties of polyester, epoxy, and other industrial resins, improving their flexibility and weatherability.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a cross-linker in polymer networks to increase thermal stability and mechanical strength.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 3-Methoxy-, Ethyl Ester, (2E)-
CAS No.	82290-07-1
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(2E)-3-Methoxy-2-propenoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (E)-3-methoxyacrylate; Ethyl trans-3-methoxyacrylate; (E)-Ethyl 3-methoxy-2-propenoate; 3-Methoxyacrylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl β-methoxyacrylate; trans-Ethyl 3-methoxypropenoate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-methoxy-, ethyl ester, (E)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Propenoic Acid, 3-Methoxy-, Ethyl Ester, (2E)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or opaque storage until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomeric Purity (E-isomer)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

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