2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl acrylate
CAS Number
7328-17-8
EC Number
230-811-7
Abbreviation
DEGA
What is 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl acrylate?
2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethyl acrylate (CAS 7328-17-8), also marketed as Carbitol acrylate or DEGA, is a reactive monomer used in UV/EB-curable systems to control film flexibility and reduce brittleness in cured coatings.
Where is 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl acrylate used?
- UV-curable coatings and inks: reactive diluent that lowers viscosity while contributing to a softer, more flexible cured film
- Packaging and label printing: improves substrate adhesion and reduces cracking on flexible substrates
- Radiation-curable adhesives and sealants: extends the polymer backbone, improving elongation and peel resistance
- Plastics and polymers: co-monomer in acrylate-based systems where controlled softness is required
- Its ether-chain structure delivers plasticizing character directly into the polymer network during polymerization.
Good to know: Compatibility with polar substrates is a key formulation target. Inhibited grades are available for storage stability during transport and warehousing.
Commercial specifications
- Purity 98% and above
- Clear liquid in standard industrial drum and IBC quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
Carbitol acrylate|2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl prop-2-enoate|Di(ethylene glycol) ethyl ether acrylate|2-Propenoic acid, 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl ester|ETHOXYDIGLYCOL ACRYLATE|REACTOMER RC 20|Acrylic acid, 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl ester|Ethanol, 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)-, acrylate|DEGA
What are the physical properties of 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl acrylate?
Boiling Point 95 °C @ Press: 4.8 Torr
Density 1.0184 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point >230 °F
Appearance Liquid.
Color Colorless to Almost colorless
Odor Mild acrylic ester odor
Form clear liquid
Water Solubility 124-146g/L at 20℃
Vapor Pressure 3-7.4Pa at 20-25℃
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.439(lit.)
Log P 1.151-1.2 at 23℃
How is 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl acrylate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS05· Corrosive GHS06· Toxic GHS07· Irritant GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary Statements
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethyl acrylate?
HS Code 29161290
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3
toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
WGK (Germany) 3