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M55909

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Methyl methacrylate

contains ≤30 ppm MEHQ as inhibitor, 99%

Synonym(s):

Methacrylic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate, Methyl 2-methylpropenoate

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Linear Formula:
CH2=C(CH3)COOCH3
CAS Number:
80-62-6
Molecular Weight:
100.12
Beilstein:
605459
EC Number:
201-297-1
MDL number:
MFCD00008587
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
PubChem Substance ID:
24897022
NACRES:
NA.23

vapor density

3.5 (vs air)

Quality Level

200

vapor pressure

29 mmHg ( 20 °C)

Assay

99%

autoignition temp.

815 °F

contains

≤30 ppm MEHQ as inhibitor

expl. lim.

12.5 %

refractive index

n20/D 1.414 (lit.)

bp

100 °C (lit.)

mp

−48 °C (lit.)

density

0.936 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

storage temp.

2-8°C

SMILES string

COC(=O)C(C)=C

InChI

1S/C5H8O2/c1-4(2)5(6)7-3/h1H2,2-3H3

InChI key

VVQNEPGJFQJSBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Methyl methacrylate is an organic compound derived from methacrylic acid, which belongs to the class of acrylic acids. It is a highly reactive monomer and is commonly used in the production of polymers, specifically poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA). It is also used to synthesize various poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) materials, which are transparent, hard, and durable. These materials have a wide range of applications, including optical lenses, optoelectronic devices, automotive parts, and medical devices. It is also a good solvent for several polymers and provides high adhesive strength.

Application

Methyl methacrylate can be used as a monomer to prepare:
  • Lanthanide-complex grafted poly(methyl methacrylate-co-maleic anhydride) copolymer. These luminescent polymers exhibit high thermal stability and can be used as luminous layers for optoelectronic devices.
  • Poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA), is a common material used in the production of lenses for concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) modules.
  • Polymethyl methacrylate, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, and methyl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymers. These polymers are used in cosmetic surgery, dentistry, and joint replacement.
  • Poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA)-based personalized medical devices.
Methyl methacrylate can be used as a monomer to prepare:
  • Interpenetrating methyl methacrylate-based polymeric networks with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
  • Poly(methyl methacrylate-co-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) (PMMA-co-PHEMA) copolymers by emulsion copolymerization. These copolymers form thermooxidatively stable and ductile films.
  • Poly(methyl methacrylate) nanoparticles through differential microemulsion polymerization.

Pictograms

FlameExclamation mark
GHS02,GHS07

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H225,H315,H317,H335

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - Skin Sens. 1B - STOT SE 3

Target Organs

Respiratory system

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

50.0 °F

Flash Point(C)

10 °C

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Regulatory Information

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Preparation of lanthanide (Eu 3+, Tb 3+)-complex-grafted copolymer of methyl methacrylate and maleic anhydride films and the promising application as LED luminous layers
Chu Yang, et al.
Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 28, 5615-5622 (2017)
J Ratliff et al.
Spine, 26(13), E300-E302 (2001-07-18)
Case report and literature review. Clinicians use methylmethacrylate vertebroplasty to treat vertebral hemangiomas, metastases, and osteoporotic fractures. Cement may leak out of the vertebral body and compress the adjacent spinal cord and nerve roots. We review a case of nerve-root
Daniel S Thoma et al.
Journal of periodontal & implant science, 49(3), 171-184 (2019-07-10)
To evaluate the effects of intra-alveolar socket grafting, subepithelial connective tissue grafts, and individualized abutments on peri-implant hard and soft tissue outcomes following immediate implant placement. This randomized experimental study employed 5 mongrel dogs, with 4 sites per dog (total
Final report of the cosmetic ingredient review expert panel safety assessment of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, and methyl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer
Becker LC, et al.
International Journal of Toxicology, 30, 54S-65S (2011)
Effects of sterilization on the mechanical properties of poly (methyl methacrylate) based personalized medical devices
Munker T, et al.
Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 168-172 (2018)
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