2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate (HEMA)
Methacrylic monomer for paints and coatings, adhesives and sealants and UV-curing formulations.
- Shipping terms
- EXW · FCA · DAP · DDP
- Storage
- Ambient
- Certifications
- REACH
Overview
- Methacrylic monomer
- CAS 868-77-9
- Purity ≥ 98.5 %
- REACH registered
- ISO tanks, IBCs and drums
2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate (HEMA) is a methacrylic monomer (CAS 868-77-9 · C₆H₁₀O₃). Main applications: paints and coatings, adhesives and sealants, UV-curing formulations and dental and medical materials.
Supplied in bulk ISO tank containers, IBCs and drums from European stock (Antwerp, Rotterdam, Hamburg), with delivery across Europe on EXW, FCA, DAP or DDP terms. Registered under EU REACH.
The typical analysis below is taken from the product specification sheet. Specification sheet and safety data sheet available on request.
Specifications
2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate (HEMA)Product sheet
Typical analysis
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow liquid |
|---|---|
| Purity | ≥ 98.5 % |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.1 % |
| Acidity (C₃H₄O₂) | ≤ 0.1 % |
| Inhibitor (MEHQ) | 180–220 ppm |
| Colour (Hazen) | ≤ 10 |
Specifications
| Product type | Methacrylic monomer |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 868-77-9 |
| Molecular formula | C₆H₁₀O₃ |
| Molecular weight | 130.14 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid 2-hydroxyethyl ester |
| EU REACH | Registered |
Packaging
ISO tank container (bulk)
IBC
Drums
