2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate
Also known as Glycol methacrylate, Hydroxyethyl methacrylate, Ethylene glycol methacrylate
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What is 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate is an enoate ester that is the monomethacryloyl derivative of ethylene glycol. It has a role as an allergen and a polymerisation monomer. It is functionally related to a methacrylic acid and an ethylene glycol.
Identifiers
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- IUPAC name
- 2-hydroxyethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
- CAS number
- 868-77-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 12676-48-1, 9016-69-7
- EC numbers
- 212-782-2, 927-388-2
- Molecular formula
- C6H10O3
- UNII
- 6E1I4IV47V
- MDL number
- MFCD00002863
- INCI name
- HEMA
- InChIKey
- WOBHKFSMXKNTIM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C6H10O3/c1-5(2)6(8)9-4-3-7/h7H,1,3-4H2,2H3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CC(=C)C(=O)OCCO
Synonyms
- Glycol methacrylate
- Hydroxyethyl methacrylate
- Ethylene glycol methacrylate
- Glycol monomethacrylate
- 2-(Methacryloyloxy)ethanol
- 2-Hydroxyethylmethacrylate
- Mhoromer
- Monomer MG-1
- Ethylene glycol monomethacrylate
- 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-hydroxyethyl ester
- beta-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate
- Ethylene glycol, monomethacrylate
- Monomethacrylic ether of ethylene glycol
- 2-HEMA
- HEMA
- 2-hydroxyethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
- Methacrylic acid, 2-hydroxyethyl ester
- (hydroxyethyl)methacrylate
- 2-Hydroxyethyl 2-methylacrylate
- PEG-MA
- ethyleneglycol monomethacrylate
- 1,2-Ethanediol mono(2-methyl)-2-propenoate
- Acryester HISS
- Bisomer HEMA
- Methacrylic Acid 2-Hydroxyethyl Ester
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- hydroxyethylmethacrylate
- hydroxyehtyl methacrylate
- hydroxylethyl methacrylate
- 2-hydroxyetyl methacrylate
- 2-hydroxyethylmethylacrylate
- 2-hydroxylethyl methacrylate
- 2-Methyl-2-propenoic Acid 2-Hydroxyethyl Ester
- 2-hydroxyethyl(methacrylate)
- Poly(2-HEMA),Poly-HEMA
- 2-methacryloyloxyethyl alcohol
- 4-02-00-01530 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Clear mobile liquidexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | -12 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | 250 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | 1.07 g/cm³exp.Measured value |
| Flash point | 97 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | Miscible with water and soluble in common org solventsexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 0.126 mm Hg @ 25 °Cexp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 130.14 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 130.063 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 0.1calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 46.53 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 3calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 3calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 9calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.5calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H317May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements (13)
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
- P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
- P333 + P317If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
- P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
- P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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153 suppliers in 26 countries
- China56
- United States43
- India6
- Germany5
- United Kingdom5
- Spain4
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Acrylic resins, binder for nonwoven fabrics, enamels.
In optometry utilized as basic material for contact lenses, as dental filler, in pharmaceutical areas as a drug release control medium, in medicine as a synthetic wound dressing component, as a hydrogel for organ grafting, for surface tension control in bioengineering.
Crosslinking monomer for thermoset & UV curable acrylics.
Marine antifouling paint resin comonomer, reactive comonomer (acrylic, styrene-butadiene resins).
Industrial uses: Monomers, Polymerization promoter, Solvent, Binder, Other, Adhesion/cohesion promoter, Hardener, Intermediate.
Consumer uses: Intermediate, Hardener, Waterproofing agent, Monomers, Binder.
Industries and functions
Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name HEMA(nail sculpting)
Roles
- aetiopathogenetic role
- allergen
- polymerisation monomer
Functional uses
- Film former
- Thickening agent
Cosmetic functions
- Nail sculpting
Pharmacology
2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate is a hydroxyester compound and a resin monomer used in desensitizing dentin. By applying 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate locally to sensitive teeth, sensitive areas in the teeth get sealed and block the dentinal tubules at the dentin surface from stimuli that cause pain. This prevents excitation of the tooth nerve and relieves pain caused by tooth hypersensitivity.
How it is made
The methacrylates can be synthesized by catalytic oxidation of isobutylene and subsequent esterification with the appropriate alcohol, or by reacting acetone with hydrocyanic acid and subsequent esterification in sulfuric acid with the appropriate alcohol. (Methacrylic esters)
Reaction of methacrylic acid with ethylene oxide, transesterification or esterification of ethylene glycol with either methyl methacrylate or methacrylic acid.
Hydroxyalkyl methacrylates are prepared by the addition of methacrylic acid to the epoxide ring of alkylene oxides to form hydroxyalkyl methacrylates, ie, beta-hy
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droxyethyl and hydroxypropyl methacrylate. Oxides other than ethylene oxide give isomeric products, commercial hydroxypropyl methacrylate has about a 2-to-1 ratio of 2-hydroxypropyl methacrylate to 1-methyl-2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate. Effective catalysts include tertiary amines, anion-exchange resins, ferric chloride, and lithium methacrylate.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Europe
- EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)Index no: 607-124-00-X
Health and food
- EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
- EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex III, restricted in cosmeticsName: HEMA, Ref no: 313, Annex ref: III/313
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate is traded under.
Esters of methacrylic acid
- China24.9%
- Saudi Arabia11.6%
- United States10.3%
- Netherlands11.2%
- United States10.6%
- Malaysia8.1%
The HS code shown for 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
Related chemicals
Parent and salt forms, stereoisomers, similar structures and isomers
Similar structures
Nearest neighbours by Morgan fingerprint Tanimoto similarity
Same formula isomers
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Guides for buyers
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