Bis(2-ethoxyethyl)adipate (CAS 109-44-4)

Bis(2-ethoxyethyl)adipate, or BEA, is a multifaceted monomer that has found broad use in various scientific and technological applications. This polyester-based monomer is a fundamental building block in the making of polymers and other materials. Bis(2-ethoxyethyl)adipate has been utilized for many years in creating polyester resins, polyurethanes, polyamides, polycarbonates, and additional polymers. It also serves as a plasticizer in the production of plastics and elastomers, and as a stabilizer in crafting polyurethanes. Moreover, Bis(2-ethoxyethyl)adipate is a key ingredient in manufacturing a plethora of industrial products such as coatings, adhesives, and sealants. Its uses extend to the production of cosmetics and food additives. The mode of action of Bis(2-ethoxyethyl)adipate is complex. As a polyester-based monomer, it′s used as a foundational unit in synthesizing polymers and other materials. In polymer production, the monomer undergoes a polycondensation reaction, leading to the formation of a polyester backbone. This backbone is then subject to further reactions, such as cross-linking, resulting in the formation of a polymer.