2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate

Synonyms

2-(Methacryloyloxy)ethanol; 2-Hydroxyethylmethacrylate; 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-hydroxyethyl ester; Ethylene glycol methacrylate; Ethylene glycol, monomethacrylate; Glycol methacrylate; Glycol monomethacrylate; Hydroxyethyl methacrylate; Methacrylic acid, 2-hydroxyethyl ester; Mhoromer; Monomer MG-1; Monomethacrylic ether of ethylene glycol; [ChemIDplus] HEMA; [Reference #2]

Category

(Meth)acrylates

Description

Clear mobile liquid; [HSDB] Colorless liquid with an ester-like odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]

Sources/Uses

Frequently used in UV-curable inks and coatings; also used in adhesives, artificial nails, dental materials, and lacquers; [HSDB] Used in dentistry as one of the main volatile acrylates along with methyl methacrylate; [Reference #1] Used as a monomer in the synthesis of polymers (used in paints, adhesives, coatings, dental adhesive systems, etc.) for dental prosthetics, and for geotechnical grouting in construction work; [Reference #2]

Comments

Allergic contact dermatitis reported in a laboratory technician and in the printing industry; A skin and eye irritant; [HSDB] Hydrolyzed forming methacrylic acid and ethylene glycol; A mild skin and moderate eye irritant; Possesses skin sensitizing properties with equivocal results in human patch testing; [Reference #2] A skin and severe eye irritant; May cause skin sensitization; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]

Reference Link #1

Biomedical References

0.126 mm Hg

Explanatory Notes

VP from HSDB;

Reference Link #2

Yes

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Contact dermatitis, allergic

Processes

Industrial Processes with risk of exposure:

• Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides)
• Silk-Screen Printing
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing)
• Working with Glues and Adhesives