2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98%

Name: 2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008691

About 2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98%

Listed under CAS 868-77-9, 2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) at a purity of 98%. Its molecular formula is C6H10O3 and its molecular weight is 130.14 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxyethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate. Common synonyms include HEMA and Hydroxyethylmethacrylate.

It is supplied as a liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 67 °C and a density of 1.073 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and polymer and resin production. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate in 500 mL, 5 L and 200 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008691
CAS Number	868-77-9
IUPAC name	2-hydroxyethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	130.14 g/mol
Exact mass	130.063
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29161400
InChIKey	WOBHKFSMXKNTIM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=C)C(=O)OCCO
PubChem CID	13360

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Boiling point	67 °C
Density	1.073 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	HEMA, Hydroxyethylmethacrylate, Glycol methacrylate, Glycol monomethacrylate, Hydroxyethyl methacrylate, Ethylene glycol methacrylate, 2-(Methacryloyloxy)ethanol, 2-Hydroxyethylmethacrylate, Monomer MG-1, Ethylene glycol monomethacrylate, 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-hydroxyethyl ester, beta-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, 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-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98% is 868-77-9. It is also known as HEMA, Hydroxyethylmethacrylate, Glycol methacrylate.

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

2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98% has the molecular formula C6H10O3 and a molecular weight of 130.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxyethyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate.

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

We supply 2-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

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

Yes. Every lot of 2-Hydroxy ethyl 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-Hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Hydroxy ethyl 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.