Ethyl Acrylate CAS No. 140-88-5

Chemical Information

• Product Name: Ethyl Acrylate

• CAS Number: 140-88-5

• Molecular Formula: C₅H₈O₂

• Molecular Weight: 100.12 g/mol

• Appearance: Colorless, transparent liquid

• Odor: Pungent, characteristic ester odor

• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents

  
  

Key Properties and Advantages

• High reactivity for polymerization

• Excellent flexibility and elasticity contribution

• Good adhesion to various substrates

• Enhances weather resistance and durability

• Improves film formation and surface performance

• Suitable for emulsion and solution polymer systems

  
  

Typical Applications

Coatings

• Architectural and industrial coatings

• Water-based and solvent-based acrylic systems

• Improves flexibility, gloss, and adhesion

  
  

Adhesives & Sealants

• Pressure-sensitive adhesives

• Construction and packaging adhesives

• Enhances bonding strength and durability

  
  

Textiles & Nonwovens

• Textile finishing agents

• Binder for nonwoven fabrics

• Improves softness and wash resistance

  
  

Plastics & Polymers

• Acrylic copolymers

• Impact-modified plastics

• Specialty polymer formulations

  
  

Inks & Paper Coatings

• Printing inks

• Paper and paperboard surface coatings

• Improves adhesion and print quality

  
  

Packaging Options

• 180 kg or 200 kg steel drums

• ISO tanks

• Bulk supply available upon request

  
  

Storage and Handling

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area

• Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames

• Protect from direct sunlight

• Inhibitors are typically added to prevent premature polymerization

• Recommended shelf life: 12 months under proper storage conditions

  
  

Safety and Compliance

Ethyl Acrylate is an industrial chemical intended for professional use. Proper handling procedures, personal protective equipment, and regulatory compliance should be followed according to local and international standards.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is Ethyl Acrylate mainly used for?
A: Ethyl Acrylate is mainly used as a monomer in the production of acrylic polymers and copolymers for coatings, adhesives, textiles, plastics, and inks.

Q2: Why is Ethyl Acrylate important in acrylic polymers?
A: It provides flexibility, improved adhesion, weather resistance, and good film-forming properties to finished polymer products.

Q3: Is Ethyl Acrylate suitable for water-based systems?
A: Yes, Ethyl Acrylate is widely used in emulsion polymerization for water-based coatings and adhesives.

Q4: How is Ethyl Acrylate stored safely?
A: It should be stored in sealed containers, away from heat and light, with inhibitors present to prevent unwanted polymerization.

Q5: Can you provide technical data and samples?
A: Yes, Technical Data Sheets (TDS), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and samples are available upon request.

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