What is it?
2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) is an acrylic monomer. It is used in light curing polymer system and high performance coatings for lasting high gloss against scratching, solvents, and weathering.

How do I avoid it?
You should avoid any contact with this substance. Avoidance requires reading labels, package inserts, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and, on occasion, direct communication with the manufacturer.

Uses:
  • Acrylic paints
  • Adhesives
  • Anaerobic metal sealant
  • Artificial nails
  • Binder for textile and paper
  • Contact lens
  • Dental materials (parodontology and implantology)
  • Hydropad of TENS unit
  • Lacquers
  • Neurosurgery for vertebral fusion
  • Orthopedic surgery as fillings for bone defects, hip prosthesis, osteotomy
  • Reconstructive surgery
  • Scotchbond™ 2 light cure dental adhesive
  • Scotchprep™ dental adhesive
  • Textile fiber grating
  • Thermo-setting paints
  • UV-inks and coatings
  • Water-based paints
Other names for 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate:
  • HEMA
  • 2-HEMA
  • Ethylene glycol methacrylate
  • Ethylene glycol monomethacrylate
  • Glycol methacrylate
  • Beta-hydroxyethel methacrylate
  • Mhoromer™
  • Methacrylic acid
  • 2-Hydroxy Ethyl Ester

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How safe is it?

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