CAS #: 21245-02-3
2-Ethylhexyl 4-dimethylamino benzoate is a tertiary amine synergist typically used in combination with type II photoinitiators such as Benzophenone. It is best known for its ability to promote surface cure. It is soluble in most monomers, oligomers and pre-polymers but insoluble in H2O.

Unit of Measure

Performance Properties

Performance Properties

N/A Excellent Solubility Very Fast Curing Amine Synergist

Typical Properties

Appearance

N/A Clear Liquid

CAS #

N/A 21245-02-3

Chemical Name

N/A 2-Ethylhexyl 4-dimethylamino benzoate

Acronym

N/A EHA

Molecular Formula

N/A C17H27NO2

Molecular Weight

N/A 277.4

Boiling Point

N/A >250 ºC

Specific Gravity

N/A 0.99 g/mL

Odor

N/A Faint, Characteristic

Abs. Peaks

N/A 230 nm 310 nm

Usage Levels

N/A 0.5 – 5.0 %

Typical Applications

Typical Applications

N/A

Ability to promote surface cure