2-Ethylhexyl acrylate home ICD10: L23.9


2-Ethylhexyl acrylate
Formula CAS
C11H20O2 103-11-7



Background
2-Ethylhexyl acrylate is an acrylate monomer frequently used in adhesive tape and UV-curable inks and coatings. It is a strong sensitizer.

Synonyms
2-Ethylhexyl acrylate
EHA

Uses
Adhesive tape (acrylic based)
Coatings and inks (UV-curable)

Cross-Reactions
Cinnamates

Unusual Reactions

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Referenties
1. Waegemaekers TH, van der Walle HB. The sensitizing potential of 2-ethylhexyl acrylate in the guinea pig. Contact Dermatitis 1983;9(5):372-376.


Auteur(s):
dr. Jan R. Mekkes. Dermatoloog, Amsterdam UMC.

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