Molekula
2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate
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2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate is a UV absorber used in coatings, plastics, and personal care products to protect against UV degradation. It also serves as a UV filter in cosmetic formulations and as an amine synergist alongside photoinitiators in UV-curable printing inks. It has a CAS number of 21245-02-3, a molecular formula of (CH3)2NC6H4CO2CH2CH(C2H5)(C4H9), and a molecular weight of 277.40 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperatures. The substance is classified as Danger. Molekula supplies 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow liquid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Purity | ≥ 98.0% |
| Volatile Matter | ≤ 1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow, mobile liquid |
| Boiling Point | 325 °C |
| Density | 0.995 g/cm³ at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, mineral oil; practically insoluble in water, glycerin, propylene glycol |
Source: PubChem CID 30541 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 24885397 |
| CAS Number | 21245-02-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate |
| EC Number | 244-289-3 |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3)2NC6H4CO2CH2CH(C2H5)(C4H9) |
| Molecular Weight | 277.40 |
| Exact Mass | 277.2042 |
| SMILES | CCCCC(CC)COC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)N(C)C |
| InChIKey | WYWZRNAHINYAEF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H27NO2/c1-5-7-8-14(6-2)13-20-17(19)15-9-11-16(12-10-15)18(3)4/h9-12,14H,5-8,13H2,1-4H3 |
| PubChem CID | 30541 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29224937 |
| Tariff Code | 2922498570 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-ethylhexyl-p-dimethylaminobenzoate
- 4-(Dimethylamino)benzoic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester
- 4-N,N'-dimethylamino-benzoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester
- Arlatone UVB
- Benzoic acid, 4-(dimethylamino)-, 2-ethylhexyl ester
- Escalol 507
- Eusolex 6007
- Octyl dimethyl PABA
- Padimate-O
- Uvasorb dmo
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate used for?
It is primarily used as a UV absorber in coatings, plastics, and personal care products to protect against UV degradation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is (CH3)2NC6H4CO2CH2CH(C2H5)(C4H9) with a molecular weight of 277.40 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from strong oxidizing agents and direct sunlight.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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