{"product_id":"poly-ethylene-glycol-mono-methacrylate-pegma-440","title":"Polyethylene glycol monomethacrylate (PEGMA 440)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-content-block\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pdp-eyebrow\"\u003e⟡ Functional Monomers \/ Hydrophilic Methacrylates \/ PEG-Based Monomers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolyethylene glycol monomethacrylate (PEGMA 440)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a hydrophilic, methacrylate-functionalized monomer composed of a polyethylene glycol chain (~440 Da) with a single reactive methacrylate group. The material is commonly used in polymer synthesis, hydrogels, coatings, and surface modification applications where water compatibility and controlled polymer functionality are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe PEG segment contributes hydrophilicity, flexibility, and reduced protein adsorption characteristics, while the methacrylate functionality enables incorporation into polymer systems through free-radical polymerization. PEGMA is frequently selected for applications requiring polymer modification without extensive crosslinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethacrylate-functional monomer:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for free-radical polymerization workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrophilic PEG chain (~440 Da):\u003c\/strong\u003e supports water compatibility and flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle reactive functionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e enables polymer modification without extensive crosslinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for surface modification:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps reduce protein adsorption and fouling\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with multiple polymer systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e used in coatings, hydrogels, and copolymers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-miscible material:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for aqueous and hydrophilic formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyethylene glycol monomethacrylate (PEGMA 440)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSynonyms:\u003c\/strong\u003e HEMA-10; Poly(ethoxy-10) ethyl methacrylate\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAverage molecular weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~440 Da\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional group:\u003c\/strong\u003e Methacrylate\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolymerization mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-radical polymerization\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-miscible\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrogels, coatings, biomaterials, polymer modification, surface treatments, and colloidal systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydrogel modification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  PEGMA is incorporated into hydrogel systems to improve hydration, flexibility, and water compatibility while limiting excessive crosslinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface coatings \u0026amp; antifouling materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  The PEG chain helps reduce protein adsorption and biofouling in specialty coating and surface treatment applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact lens \u0026amp; optical materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Used in polymer systems requiring improved wettability, water retention, and hydrophilic surface characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrug delivery \u0026amp; biomaterials research\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  PEGMA-containing polymers are commonly studied for hydrophilic matrices and controlled surface interaction applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColloidal \u0026amp; emulsion systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  PEG functionality may support steric stabilization in aqueous polymer and colloidal formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFunctional Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003ePEGMA functions as a hydrophilic reactive comonomer that introduces polyethylene glycol segments into polymer systems. The methacrylate functionality enables polymer incorporation, while the PEG chain modifies hydration behavior, surface energy, and polymer flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eBecause PEGMA contains a single reactive methacrylate group, it is often used to modify polymer properties without creating highly crosslinked network structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Use PEGMA 440?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003ePEGMA 440 is commonly selected when hydrophilicity, flexibility, and surface modification are needed in polymer systems while maintaining relatively linear or lightly crosslinked polymer structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eIts broad compatibility with hydrogels, coatings, biomaterials, and aqueous polymer systems makes it useful for industrial formulations and advanced materials research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHandling \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStore in a cool, dry environment away from heat and direct light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep containers tightly sealed to minimize contamination and premature polymerization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to UV light and radical initiators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHandle using appropriate laboratory protective equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConsult the SDS for complete handling, storage, and safety guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"pdp-divider\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Polysciences?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pdp-trust-signals\" style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);gap:14px;max-width:560px;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #17458f;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 14px;text-align:center;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5258\/2358\/files\/Research_Labs.png?v=1778099422\" alt=\"Research laboratories icon\" style=\"width:42px;height:42px;object-fit:contain;display:block;margin:0 auto 12px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:inherit;font-size:14px;line-height:1.3;font-weight:700;color:#12386b;\"\u003e\n        Trusted by 6,000+ Researchers Worldwide\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #17458f;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 14px;text-align:center;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5258\/2358\/files\/Peer-Reviewed.png?v=1778099423\" alt=\"Peer reviewed studies icon\" style=\"width:42px;height:42px;object-fit:contain;display:block;margin:0 auto 12px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:inherit;font-size:14px;line-height:1.3;font-weight:700;color:#12386b;\"\u003e\n        Cited in Thousands of Peer-Reviewed Studies\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #17458f;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 14px;text-align:center;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5258\/2358\/files\/USA.png?v=1778099422\" alt=\"Made in USA icon\" style=\"width:42px;height:42px;object-fit:contain;display:block;margin:0 auto 12px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"font-family:inherit;font-size:14px;line-height:1.3;font-weight:700;color:#12386b;\"\u003e\n        U.S. Manufacturing \u0026amp; 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