Ethyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate is employed as a photoinititator in cell encapsulation applications. It is also useful for organic synthesis. Further, it is used in UV-curing coatings and inks for the initiation of photo polymerization of unsaturated prepolymers. In addition to this, it acts as a active pharmaceutical ingredient intermediate.
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ApplicationsEthyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate is employed as a photoinititator in cell encapsulation applications. It is also useful for organic synthesis. Further, it is used in UV-curing coatings and inks for the initiation of photo polymerization of unsaturated prepolymers. In addition to this, it acts as a active pharmaceutical ingredient intermediate.
SolubilityInsoluble in water.
NotesIncompatible with reducing agents, oxidizing agents, bases and acids.