Methyl Methacrylate

• CAT Number: R024843
• CAS Number: 80-62-6
• Molecular Formula: CH2C(CH3)COOCH3
• Molecular Weight: 100.117
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Methacrylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methacrylic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)-1-propene; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Acryester M; Acryester MMA; Acryloid HT 100; Light Ester M; MMA; Methyl 2-Methacrylate; Methyl 2-Methyl-2-propenoate
• Storage: Room temperature
• IUPAC Name: methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H8O2/c1-4(2)5(6)7-3/h1H2,2-3H3
• InChIKey: VVQNEPGJFQJSBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(=C)C(=O)OC

Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) is a volatile organic compound widely used as a monomer in the production of acrylic plastics and resins. Known for its clarity and durability, it is essential in manufacturing products like Plexiglas, medical devices, and coatings. MMA is also used in dental and orthopedic applications, providing strength and stability in various commercial and medical products.