Methyl Acrylate and Ester Series > 2-Ethylhexyl Acrylate 2-EHA
Molecular formula: C11H20O2
Molecular weight: 184.28
CAS number: 103-11-7
Physical properties:
Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid
Odor: Slight characteristic odor
Boiling point: 210-215°C (410-419°F)
Melting point: -71°C (-95.8°F)
Density: 0.872 g/cm³ (20°C)
Flash point: 84°C (183.2°F) (closed cup)
Chemical properties:
Insoluble in water but miscible with most organic solvents such as alcohols, ethers, ketones, etc.
Specifications
Inhibitor (MEHQ) content, (m/m), 10⁻⁶
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Purity, % |
≥99.5
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Color, Hazen units (Pt-Co color number) |
≤10 (bulk) 20 (drum)
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Water, % |
≤0.05
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Acid value, % |
≤0.01
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Inhibitor(MEHQ) content, (m/m), 10-6
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15±5
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Applications
2-Ethylhexyl acrylate is used in the preparation of coatings, adhesives, fiber and fabric modifiers, processing aids, leather processing aids, etc. It is used in the manufacture of homopolymers and copolymers and also in the preparation of pressure-sensitive adhesives.
Packaging and storage:
Packaging: 200L/ plastic drums,IBC ton barrel, ISO tanks。
Storage: Store away from light in a sealed container, avoid contact with strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases to prevent degradation or reaction.

