Products Description

Product name:2-Hydroxybutyl acrylate

Synonyms:2-HBA; 2-Hydroxybutyl2-propenoate

CAS:2421-27-4

MF:C7H12O3

MW:144.17

Density:1.025 g/ml

Boiling point:219°C

Packaging:1 L/bottle, 25 L/drum, 200 L/drum

Specification

Items	Specifications
Appearance	Colorless liquid
Purity	≥98%
Color(APHA)	≤30
Acidity(as Acrylic acid)	≤0.1%
1,4-Butanediol	≤3%
1,4-Butanediol diacrylate	≤0.2%
Water	≤0.1%
Inhibitor(MEHQ)	450-550ppm

Application

2-Hydroxybutyl acrylate is mainly used in the synthesis of polymer materials, such as acrylic resins, polymers, etc. The hydroxyl and ester functional groups in its molecular structure endow the substance with high reactivity, allowing it to participate in chemical reactions such as free radical polymerization and condensation. ‌
Specific applications:
Polymer materials:
As an acrylic monomer, 2-Hydroxybutyl acrylate can copolymerize with other monomers to form polymers with specific properties, such as acrylic resins, plastics, coatings, etc. It has high reactivity and can copolymerize with other functional monomers such as styrene and methyl methacrylate to regulate the physical properties of the polymer. ‌
Fine chemicals:
In the field of fine chemicals, 2-Hydroxybutyl acrylate can be used as an organic synthesis intermediate to participate in drug synthesis, pesticide manufacturing, etc. For example, its hydroxyl functional group can react with alcohols and acids to form ester compounds, which are used for modifying active ingredients in drugs. ‌
Surface treatment:
In semiconductor and display panel manufacturing, 2-Hydroxybutyl acrylate can be used as a precision cleaning agent to remove surface contaminants and ensure the cleanliness of precision devices such as chips and OLED panels.