Methyl methacrylate is a monomer that appears as a clear and colorless liquid. MMA is a methyl esther of methacrylic acid. It is a reactive resing and commonly used as cement in dentistry, orthopaedic surgery and ophthalmology. The largest use of MMA is as a comonomer in paints and coatings.
100.12
-48
1.89 J/(g*C)
0.56 mPa
99.8 % Min
0.1% Max
10 Max
8 – 15 ppm
0.942 – 0.946
1.4110
0.005 % Max
sharp fruity odor
40 mm (25.5 c)
colorless volatile liquid
100.1
(toc) 13
mek, thf, esters, aromatic and chlorinated hydrocarbons
Specialty Chemicals, Acrylates and Methacrylates, Industrial Chemicals, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Chemicals
Intermediates
Industrial, Resin & Coating