What is 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate used for

What is 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate ?

2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate for short HEA, can also be called 2 hydroxyethyl acrylate, CAS number 818-61-1. HEA is an organic compound, molecular formula C5H8O3, is a colorless liquid, soluble in general organic solvents, miscible with water. The use of hydroxyethyl acrylate is very wide, HEA is mainly used in the production of thermosetting coatings, adhesives, fiber treatment agents and synthetic resin copolymer modifier.

The molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate is an important physicochemical property, which affects the application of 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate in different fields. By calculating the relative atomic mass and number of each element in the formula, the molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate can be obtained. In the coatings, adhesives and ink industries, the molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy Ethyl Acrylate (HEA) has a significant impact on the performance and quality of the product. HEA with different molecular weight has different characteristics in different application fields, and reasonable selection of molecular weight can improve the performance and application effect of the product.

What is 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate used for?

Coating industry

In the coating industry, 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate molecular weight affects the rheological properties, film resistance and curing effect of coatings. Generally, 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate with lower molecular weight has lower viscosity and higher reactivity and is suitable for preparing high molecular weight polymers, improving the wear resistance, scratch resistance and weather resistance of coatings. And 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate with higher molecular weight is used to prepare low molecular weight polymer, which is mainly used to adjust the leveling and viscosity of coatings.

Adhesive industry

2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate, as an important adhesive material, is widely used in the adhesive industry. During the preparation of adhesives, the molecular weight of HEA will directly affect the adhesives’ viscosity, bond strength, weather resistance and adhesion to different materials. HEA with higher molecular weight can improve the bonding strength of adhesives, while hydroxyethyl acrylate with lower molecular weight can improve the fluidity of adhesives and facilitate coating and use.

Ink industry

In the ink industry, the molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate has an important impact on the performance and printing effect of the ink. High molecular weight 2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate has good gelling and thickening effect in ink, which can improve the printing performance and quality of ink. Low molecular weight HEA can increase the fluidity of ink and improve the wettability and transfer of ink.

Is 2 hydroxyethyl acrylate safe for skin?

2-Hydroxy Ethyl Acrylate (HEA)‌ normally harmless to the skin, acrylate is a water-soluble transparent gelatinous substance that is made under dry conditions as a lubricant and is commonly used in skin care products. Most people use acrylic skin care products will not stimulate the skin, and after applying on the skin surface can form a protective film, can achieve the role of moisturizing the skin, but also to avoid excessive loss of water in the skin, lubrication, wrap the skin waterproof evaporation and other effects, can improve the relatively dry skin, can alleviate skin peeling, peeling symptoms. If it is in the autumn and winter season, the weather is relatively dry, you can choose moisturizing skin care products containing acrylic and other ingredients to apply to prevent the skin from excessive dryness and cracking. If it is allergic people, it is recommended to test behind the ear before use to prevent the occurrence of large skin allergies.

Unilong is a professional 2-hydroxyethyl acrylate supplier. Due to the special physicochemical properties of HEA, safety measures for use and storage are very necessary. Generally, it is stored in a cool place, the container is stored in a closed container and kept cold. If you have any further questions about HEA, please feel free to contact us and look forward to your feedback.