Uses
Researchers reported the preparation of latex particles from 2-(tert-butylamino)ethyl methacrylate (TBAEMA) using aqueous emulsion polymerization. The preparation of PTBAEMA-functionalized polyolefin fibers via ATRP and an azide-functional initiator has been reported. Poly[2-(tert-butylamino)ethyl methacrylate](PTBAEMA) is a neutral polymer, which is inherently biocidal with potential application in antifouling paints and coatings. The major role of PTBAEMA is to displace Ca2+ and/or Mg2+ ions from the outer membrane of the bacteria, which is accordingly disorganized and finally disrupted. This pendent bulky secondary amine does not need quaternization for antibacterial properties[1-2].
References
[1] Bayramgil, Nursel Pekel. “Synthesis and characterization of new methacrylate-type hydrogels containing 2-tert-butylamino ethyl groups for sorption purposes.” Journal of Applied Polymer Science 109 2 (2008): 1205–1211.
[2] Abdullah M Alswieleh. “Surface modification of pH-responsive poly(2-(tert-butylamino)ethyl methacrylate) brushes grafted on mesoporous silica nanoparticles.” Designed Monomers and Polymers 22 1 (2019): 226–235.
Safety Profile
Poison by
intraperitoneal route. See also ESTERS and
AMINES. Combustible when exposed to
heat or flame. To fight fire, use alcohol
foam, water spray or mist, dry chemical.
When heated to decomposition it emits
toxic fumes of NOx.
