2-Ethylhexyl acrylate

Chemical natures

2-Ethylliexyl aerylate was contained in a surgieal tape and caused allergic contact dermatitis in a patient.2-Ethylhexyl acrylate is a combustible, colorless liquid with a pleasant odor

Applications

Monomer for plastics, protective coatings, paper treatment, water-based paints.

As a plasticizing co-monomer for the production of resins used in adhesives, latex, paints, textile and leather finishes, and coatings for paper.

2-ethylhexyl acrylate is a monomer for plastics, protective coating, paper treatment, water-based paints, UV-curable coatings, and inks; in so me acrylicbased adhesive tapes.

Shelf life

According to our experience, the product can be stored for 12 months from the date of delivery if kept in tightly sealed containers, protected from light and heat and stored at temperatures between 5 - 30°C.

Typical properties

Melting point

-90°C

Boiling point

215-219 °C(lit.)

Density

0.885 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Vapor density

6.4 (vs air)

Vapor pressure

0.15 mm Hg ( 20 °C)

Refractive index

n20/D 1.436(lit.)

Fp

175 °F

Storage temp.

Store below +30°C.

Solubility

0.1g/l

Form

Liquid

Color

Clear

Odor

Ester like odour

Explosive limit

0.9-6.0%(V)

Water Solubility

<0.1 g/100 mL at 22 ºC