Hexyl methacrylate
TL;DR: Hexyl methacrylate (CAS 142-09-6) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C10H18O2 and molecular weight 170.13068 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
hexyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
Also Known As: HEXYL METHACRYLATE, N-Hexyl methacrylate, hexyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate, hexylmethacrylate, Hexyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C10H18O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 170.13068 g/mol |
| XLogP | 4.0 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 26.3 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 2 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 7 |
| Exact Mass | 170.13068 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 12 |
| Complexity | 150.0 |
| Boiling Point | 153 to 185 °F at 8 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.88 (NTP, 1992) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Flash Point | 180 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Refractive Index | Index of refraction: 1.429 at 25 °C |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble (NTP, 1992) |
| SMILES | CCCCCCOC(=O)C(=C)C |
| InChIKey | LNCPIMCVTKXXOY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: Hexyl methacrylate is used in polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis, as well as imaging, photographic, and photosensitive formulations. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project (mg to ton scale), with full analytical documentation (COA, MSDS, HPLC, NMR, MS).
Hexyl methacrylate is a polymer intermediate identified by CAS number 142-09-6 and the molecular formula C10H18O2 and a molecular weight of 170.13 g/mol. Physically, the compound has a density of 0.88 (NTP, 1992) - Less dense than water; will float g/cm³, a solubility: Slightly soluble (NTP, 1992). Synonyms include HEXYL METHACRYLATE and N-Hexyl methacrylate.
Custom synthesis and full analytical documentation (COA/MSDS) are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Chemical Property Profile of Hexyl methacrylate
Property Insights of Hexyl methacrylate
The XLogP value of 4.0 indicates that Hexyl methacrylate is lipophilic (fat-soluble), which may influence its absorption, distribution, and formulation strategy. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 26.3 Ų, Hexyl methacrylate exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, Hexyl methacrylate has 0 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 2 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Hexyl methacrylate?
The CAS number of Hexyl methacrylate is 142-09-6.
What is the molecular formula of Hexyl methacrylate?
The molecular formula of Hexyl methacrylate is C10H18O2.
What is the molecular weight of Hexyl methacrylate?
The molecular weight of Hexyl methacrylate is 170.13068 g/mol.
What are the applications of Hexyl methacrylate?
Hexyl methacrylate is used in polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis, as well as imaging, photographic, and photosensitive formulations. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis...
Where can I buy Hexyl methacrylate?
You can request a quote for Hexyl methacrylate directly from CoreyChem. Contact us or email [email protected] for pricing and availability.
Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for Hexyl methacrylate?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for Hexyl methacrylate and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.