Product Description
Triethylene Glycol Diacrylate (TEGDA)
Triethylene glycol diacrylate, commonly abbreviated as TEGDA or TPEGDA, is a versatile acrylate monomer widely used in polymer chemistry and material science. Below is a detailed overview:
Basic Information
- Chemical Formula: C12H18O6
- Molar Mass: 258.27 g/mol
- CAS Number: 1680-21-3
- Synonyms:
- TEGDA
- Triethylene glycol bis(acrylate)
- 2-Propenoic acid, 2,2'-(oxydi-2,1-ethanediyl) ester
Physical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless to light yellow liquid with low viscosity.
- Density: ~1.1 g/cm³ at 25°C
- Boiling Point: 266°C at 1 atm; decomposes before boiling under standard conditions.
- Melting Point: Typically a liquid at room temperature (no sharp melting point).
- Refractive Index: nD20 = 1.464
- Solubility: Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., alcohols, esters, ketones); slightly soluble in water due to its hydrophilic ethylene glycol chains.
- Viscosity: Low (e.g., ~10-20 mPa·s at 25°C), facilitating easy processing in formulations.
Chemical Properties
- Reactivity:
- Contains two acrylate groups (−CH=CH2COO−), making it highly reactive in free-radical polymerization (e.g., under UV light or thermal initiation).
- Acts as a crosslinking agent in polymer networks, forming three-dimensional structures via copolymerization with other monomers (e.g., acrylates, methacrylates).
- Stability:
- Stable under normal storage conditions but sensitive to heat, light, or radical initiators (e.g., peroxides, photoinitiators).
- May undergo slow polymerization over time if not stored with inhibitors (e.g., MEHQ, hydroquinone monomethyl ether).
Applications
- Polymer Chemistry & Materials Science:
- UV-Curable Coatings/Inks: Used in printing, electronics, and automotive industries for fast-drying, durable coatings.
- 3D Printing (SLA/DLP): As a key component in photopolymer resins for stereolithography, enabling high-resolution 3D structures.
- Hydrogels: Crosslinked TEGDA forms hydrophilic networks for biomedical applications (e.g., drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds).
- Composite Materials:
- Reinforces polymers in fiberglass, carbon fiber composites, and artificial marble due to its flexibility and impact resistance.
- Adhesives & Sealants:
- Formulates high-strength, rapid-curing adhesives for plastics, metals, and glass.
- Electronics:
- Used in photoresists, solder masks, and optical waveguides for microelectronics and optoelectronics.
- Biomedical Engineering:
- In controlled-release systems and biodegradable materials (when modified with bio-compatible linkages).
Safety and Handling
- Hazard Class:
- Irritant (Xi): May cause skin/eye irritation (Risk Code R36/37/38).
- Potential sensitizer with prolonged exposure (R43).
- Safety Measures:
- Personal Protection: Wear gloves (e.g., nitrile), safety glasses, and a lab coat. Use in a well-ventilated area or fume hood.
- First Aid:
- Skin/Eye Contact: Flush with water for 15 minutes; seek medical attention if irritation persists.
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air; provide respiratory support if needed.
- Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting; consult a physician.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dark place in tightly sealed containers, away from heat, light, and oxidizing agents. Add inhibitors (e.g., MEHQ) to prevent premature polymerization.
- Environmental Notes:
- Moderate toxicity to aquatic life; avoid release into water bodies.
- Dispose of as hazardous waste following local regulations.
Product Parameters
Packaging & Shipping
Liquid products |
Drum of 5kg ,10 kg ,25 kg ,50 kg 200 kg ,250 kg . 1000 kg IBC drum. TANK with 20 tons ,25 tons . |
Solid products |
Bag of 1 kg ,2 kg ,5 kg ,25 kg ,500kg ,1000 kg . Drum of 25 kg and 50 kg. |
Packaging can be customized according to customer requirements.
Company Profile
Qingdao Jinyu Chemical Co., LTD,which is located in Qingdao City, China, with registered capital of RMB 10 million, is a dynamic chemical import and export enterprise with customer demand as its own responsibility. The founder has been engaged in the chemical industry for more than 20 years. With professional technical and marketing personnel, diversified cooperative factories with synthetic technology and efficient logistics management, we provide services to customers all over the world. After years of hard work, we have selected a number of excellent chemical production cooperative enterprises in China. These enterprises have their own advantages in different chemical synthesis fields. They have passed the strict inspection of suppliers by many customers and formed a long-term and stable strategic partnership with customers. With our partners' excellent equipment, well-trained employees and mature technology, we also continue to provide customers with more products.



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