2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98%

About 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98%

2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate is an ester (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 688-84-6 at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula C12H22O2, it has a molar mass of 198.3 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-ethylhexyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate. It is also known as Methacrylic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester or 2-Ethylhexyl methacryate.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a density of 0.885 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for molecular biology workflows and polymer and resin production. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Available in 250 mL and 1 L packs, 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Molecular biology workflows
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008690
CAS Number	688-84-6
IUPAC name	2-ethylhexyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₂₂O₂
Molecular weight	198.3 g/mol
Exact mass	198.162
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29161400
InChIKey	WDQMWEYDKDCEHT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCC(CC)COC(=O)C(=C)C
PubChem CID	12713

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	0.885 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	4.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Methacrylic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester, 2-Ethylhexyl methacryate, 2-Ethyl-1-hexyl methacrylate, Methacrylic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-ethylhexyl ester, Methacrylate, 2-ethylisohexy, ethylhexyl methacrylate, 4-02-00-01528 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 2Ethylhexyl methacryate, 2Ethyl1hexyl methacrylate, (+-)-2-ethylhexyl methacrylate, Methacrylic acid, 2ethylhexyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98% is 688-84-6. It is also known as Methacrylic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester, 2-Ethylhexyl methacryate, 2-Ethyl-1-hexyl methacrylate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98%?

2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98% has the molecular formula C12H22O2 and a molecular weight of 198.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-ethylhexyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 250 mL, 1 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.