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M55909

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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About This Item

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

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.

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pictograms

FlameExclamation mark
GHS02,GHS07

signalword

Danger

Hazard Classifications

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

target_organs

Respiratory system

Storage Class

3 - Flammable liquids

wgk

WGK 1

flash_point_f

50.0 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

10 °C - closed cup

ppe

Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

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Certificates of Analysis (COA)

Lot/Batch Number
61098PJ
53398PJ
S66529
03218HJ
03118HJ

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Protocols

Preparation of Monodisperse Polymer Spheres

Polymeric spheres serve as crystal templates. Synthesis methods yield large quantities.

ARGET ATRP: Procedure for PMMA Polymer Brush Growth

ARGET ATRP procedure facilitates PMMA polymer brush growth with surface cleaning and initiator monolayer deposition.

RAFT Polymerization Procedures

RAFT polymerization offers precise control, enabling tailored synthesis of complex polymer structures.

Articles

Continuous Flow Monomer Synthesis

Monomers for ophthalmic use aim for purity, reliability, and comfort, driving innovation for affordable contact lenses.

RAFT Polymerization

RAFT polymerization offers living characteristics to radical polymerization, contributing versatility to reversible deactivation radical polymerization methods.

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
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
Michael M Bornstein et al.
Journal of endodontics, 41(6), 804-811 (2015-04-13)
The aim of this study was to evaluate the concordance of 2- and 3-dimensional radiography and histopathology in the diagnosis of periapical lesions. Patients were consecutively enrolled in this study provided that preoperative periapical radiography (PR) and cone-beam computed tomographic
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SKUGTIN
M55909-1L04061837404184
M55909-25ML04061834060123
M55909-17L04061834060116
M55909-2L04061837404221
M55909-500ML04061837404238