Trimethylolpropane triacrylate
Synonyms
Acrylic acid, triester with 2-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol;
TMPTA;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 15625-89-5
EINECS: 239-701-3
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C15H20O6
Molecular Weight: 296.32
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), liquid.
Solubility insoluble in water.
Stability stable. Under strong acid or strong alkali condition, easily hydrolyzed. Easily oxidized.
Risk Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
rabbit skin LD50 |
5170mg/kg[1] |
|
rat intraperitoneal LD50 |
55mg/kg[1] |
|
rat oral LD50 |
5.19mL/kg[1] |
Reproductive effect[1].
Can cause contact dermatitis[1].
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent film-forming, dispersing abilities. Light-cured.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Product standards
(1), Chinese standards
(1a), HG/T 4947 Trimethylolpropane triacrylate for light-sensitive materials
4, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as monomer, crosslinking agent.
Use as film-forming agent.
2, Personal care products
Film-forming agent, hair fixing agent, conditioning agent in personal care products.
3, Coatings
Light curing agent in paints, coatings.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 15625-89-5, Trimethylolpropane triacrylate
Update: 20141020(1); 20200621(2);