Description

2-Hydroxytetradecyl Methacrylate is a specialized long-chain methacrylate monomer featuring a terminal hydroxyl group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing polymers with tailored properties, such as enhanced hydrophobicity, flexibility, and adhesion. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of advanced coatings, adhesives, and specialty polymers for industries including automotive, electronics, and personal care.

Application

• High-Performance Coatings: Used as a co-monomer to impart excellent water resistance, flexibility, and adhesion to metal, plastic, and wood substrates.
• UV-Curable Resins & Inks: Serves as a reactive diluent and modifier to improve cure speed, film toughness, and chemical resistance in radiation-curable systems.
• Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs): Incorporated to enhance tack, peel strength, and cohesive strength in acrylic-based adhesive formulations.
• Specialty Acrylic Polymers: A key monomer for creating copolymers with specific hydrophobicity and low-temperature flexibility for sealants and elastomers.
• Surface Modifiers & Additives: Used to graft polymers onto surfaces or create additives that improve compatibility and performance in composite materials.
• Personal Care Polymers: Employed in the synthesis of film-forming agents and fixative polymers for hairsprays and cosmetic products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxytetradecyl Methacrylate
CAS No.	96591-14-9
Molecular Formula	C18H34O3
Molecular Weight	298.46 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxymyristyl Methacrylate; Tetradecan-2-yl 2-methylprop-2-enoate; Methacrylic Acid 2-Hydroxytetradecyl Ester; 2-Hydroxy-1-tetradecyl Methacrylate; Lauryl-2-hydroxy Methacrylate; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic Acid 2-Hydroxytetradecyl Ester; C14-2-OH Methacrylate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxytetradecyl Methacrylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to prevent polymerization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Hydroxyl Value	180 - 200 mg KOH/g

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