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Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is an ethoxylated diacrylate ester of 1,6‑hexanediol used as a reactive diluent and crosslinker in UV/EB curable formulations.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate offers lower viscosity, enhanced polarity and flexibility compared to HDDA while maintaining good adhesion and mechanical performance.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in high‑performance coatings, adhesives, inks, elastomers, composites and 3D printing resins.
CAS Number: 84170‑27‑4
EC Number: Not listed
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₂₆O₆
Molecular Weight: 314.37 g/mol
Synonyms: Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate, 1,6‑Hexanediol Ethoxylate Diacrylate, Ethoxylated Hexanediol Diacrylate, HEDA, EOHDDA, Poly(oxy‑1,2‑ethanediyl), α,α′‑1,6‑hexanediylbis[ω-[(1‑oxo‑2‑propen‑1‑yl)oxy]‑], Poly(oxy‑1,2‑ethanediyl), α,α′‑1,6‑hexanediylbis[ω-[(1‑oxo‑2‑propenyl)oxy]‑], RCC 13‑361, NK Ester A‑HD 3E, Mirama M 202, 2‑[6‑(2‑prop‑2‑enoyloxyethoxy)hexoxy]ethyl prop‑2‑enoate (IUPAC), Diethoxylated Hexanediol Diacrylate, Hexanediol Ethoxylate Diacrylate, HEDA monomer, Ethoxylated Hexanediol Acrylate, Bifunctional acrylate monomer, C16H26O6 monomer, UV-curable reactive diluent HEDA, Ethoxylated 1,6‑hexanediol diacrylate; 1,6‑Hexanediol ethoxylate diacrylate; EO‑HDDA; HD2EODA; Poly(oxy‑1,2‑ethanediyl), α,α′‑1,6‑hexanediylbis[ω‑[(1‑oxo‑2‑propenyl)oxy]‑ ester
APPLICATIONS
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is widely used in UV/EB curable coatings for automotive, wood, and electronics applications.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is employed in adhesives and sealants to enhance cure speed and adhesion properties.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in printing inks to improve clarity, scratch resistance, and durability.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is applied in composite materials to boost mechanical strength and thermal stability.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in photopolymers and photoresists for electronics and lithographic processing.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is employed in 3D printing resins to achieve high-resolution prints with good toughness.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in polymer synthesis for chromatography monoliths and HPLC/CEC columns.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate supports biomedical applications such as controlled-release hydrogels and scaffolds.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in elastomeric systems to balance flexibility and hardness.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used as a reactive diluent in UV-curable coatings.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in the formulation of UV-curable inks.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is employed in 3D printing resins for its fast-curing properties.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in optical fiber coatings for flexibility and adhesion.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is included in wood coatings to provide high surface hardness.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in adhesives for strong bonding and UV-curability.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is added to plastic coatings for improved flexibility and abrasion resistance.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in electronic encapsulation resins for its dielectric properties.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is utilized in automotive refinish coatings for gloss and chemical resistance.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in industrial metal coatings for toughness and weather resistance.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is employed in overprint varnishes for clear, protective finishes.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in protective coatings for compact discs and electronics.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is found in formulations for UV-curable nail polishes.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in photoresists and photopolymer applications.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in flexographic and screen printing inks.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is applied in laminating adhesives for paper, plastic, and foil.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in protective films and labels for resistance to scratches.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is added to coatings for electronic devices for insulation purposes.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in pressure-sensitive adhesives for packaging.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is included in dental composites and fillings for hardening and strength.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in flooring systems for high gloss and mechanical durability.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in printing plates for offset and flexo technologies.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in microelectronics packaging for encapsulation.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is found in UV-cured protective eyewear coatings.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in UV-curable medical device coatings.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in anti-graffiti coatings.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is applied in radiation-curable floor sealants.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in decorative foils for furniture surfaces.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in coatings for plastic containers and lids.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in blister coatings for pharmaceutical packaging.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is employed in coatings for flexible packaging films.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in UV-cured paper coatings for print enhancement.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in coatings for smartphone and tablet screens.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is found in energy-curable formulations for industrial labels.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in moisture-resistant architectural coatings.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is included in UV-resistant outdoor equipment coatings.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in anti-slip UV-cured coatings.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is applied in UV-curable coatings for glass.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in coatings for solar panels to improve durability.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in fiber-optic bonding and sealing formulations.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in coatings for traffic signs and road markings.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in radiation-curable construction sealants.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in plastic printing for enhanced ink adhesion.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is applied in UV-cured coatings for wood flooring.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in protective coatings for stainless steel appliances.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in photopolymer plates for high-resolution printing.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is employed in anti-fog coatings for lenses.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in semi-conductive encapsulation resins.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in hybrid UV-thermal cure coating systems.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is used in automotive interior part coatings.
DESCRIPTION
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is a difunctional monomer with two acrylate groups.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate provides flexibility and good adhesion in UV-curable systems.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate improves film-forming properties in coating and ink formulations.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate helps reduce shrinkage during curing.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate enhances chemical and abrasion resistance in cured films.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is compatible with other acrylates and oligomers.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is a low-viscosity, fast-reacting monomer.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate has good water resistance and weatherability.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate contributes to hardness and scratch resistance.
Ethoxylated 1,6-Hexanediol Diacrylate is suitable for a wide range of industrial applications requiring UV or EB curing.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate is a colorless to light‑yellow viscous liquid with a mild odor.
The compound combines two acrylate groups at each end of an ethoxylated hexanediol backbone, offering reactive sites for radical curing.
The ethoxylation imparts improved polarity and solubility compared to non‑ethoxylated analogues like HDDA.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate provides lower viscosity than HDDA, facilitating ease of use in formulations.
The diacrylate functionality enables rapid free‑radical addition polymerization and high crosslink density.
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate enhances flexibility and toughness in polymer networks relative to HDDA
Ethoxylated 1,6‑Hexanediol Diacrylate typically includes radical inhibitors such as hydroquinone to prevent premature polymerization.
The material is chemically stable under controlled storage conditions but should be protected from heat and light until use.
PROPERTIES
Molecular Weight: 314.37 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Odor: Mild characteristic acrylate odor
Density: ~1.01 g/cm³ at 25 °C
Melting Point: ~182 °C
Boiling Point: ~483 °C (decomposes)
Refractive Index: ~1.461 at 20 °C
Viscosity: Moderate—suitable as reactive diluent in UV-curable systems
Solubility: Miscible in many acrylate monomers and solvents; limited water solubility
pH: Not applicable (neutral organic liquid)
Reactivity: Polymerizable via free‑radical mechanisms
Stability: Stabilized with inhibitors; avoid exposure to heat, light, and moisture
Storage Conditions: Store in sealed containers under cool conditions, protected from UV light
FIRST AID
Inhalation:
Move the person to fresh air.
Seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms persist.
Skin Contact:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Remove contaminated clothing.
Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
Eye Contact:
Flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
Remove contact lenses if present.
Seek medical attention if discomfort continues.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting.
Rinse mouth with water.
Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
Note to Physicians:
Treat symptomatically.
Acrylate monomers may cause irritation; no specific antidote is known.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
Use gloves, goggles, and lab coat.
Work in well-ventilated areas or fume hood.
Avoid inhalation of vapors and contact with skin or eyes.
Storage:
Store in tightly closed containers away from heat and light.
Use inhibitor-stabilized material; keep under inert atmosphere if possible.
Protect from moisture ingress and direct sunlight.
Spill Response:
Contain spills; use inert absorbents.
Dispose according to local regulations.
Avoid ignition sources and ventilate area thoroughly.
Disposal:
Dispose of residual monomer as hazardous waste per regulatory guidelines.
