CAS 80-62-6 Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) is produced for use as a building block to make a wide range of polymer-based products that we see and use every day from acrylic glass, car paints, toners and inks, oil additives to dental and medical products to name but a few. Understanding its boiling point and chemical structure is essential for safe handling, storage, and industrial application.
Basic Information
| IUPAC Name | 2-Methyl-propenoic acid, methyl ester |
|---|---|
| Synonym | Methyl Methacrylate/MMA |
| CAS Number | 80-62-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H8O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 100.1 |
What are the boiling point of Methyl methacrylate?
Methyl methacrylate (MMA) has a boiling point of approximately 100°C to 101°C (212°F to 214°F) at standard atmospheric pressure. It is a volatile, colorless liquid commonly used as a monomer in the production of plastics such as plexiglass.
Key information about the boiling point of MMA includes:
- Specific boiling point: Typically 100.36°C to 101°C.
- Melting point: Approximately -48°C.
- Pressure: The boiling point of 100.5°C was measured at standard pressure (760 mmHg).
- Volatility: Due to its low boiling point, MMA is considered a volatile organic compound (VOC).
What is the chemical structure of Methyl methacrylate (CAS 80-62-6)?
The molecular formula of methyl methacrylate is: C5H8O2
Structural formula:
Its structural formula can be represented as: CH₂=C(CH₃)COOCH₃
Vinyl group (C=C double bond) → promotes polymerization reaction
Ester group (–COO–) → contributes to reactivity and solubility
Methyl side chain (–CH₃) → affects physical properties
Other properties of MMA chemical
| Molecular Weight | 100.12 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless, clear liquid |
| Odor | Sharp, fruity odor |
| Density | 0.94 g/cm³ (at 20°C) |
| Melting Point | -48 °C |
| Boiling Point | 100–101 °C |
| Flash Point | 10 °C (closed cup) |
| Autoignition Temperature | 421 °C |
| Vapor Pressure | ~38 mmHg (at 20°C) |
| Refractive Index | 1.414 |
| Solubility in Water | Slightly soluble (~15 g/L) |
| Solubility (Organic) | Miscible with most solvents |
| Viscosity | 0.6 mPa·s (at 20°C) |
| Explosive Limits | 2.1% – 12.5% (in air) |
| Stability | Polymerizes easily; inhibited |
What is Methyl methacrylate CAS 80-62-6 used for?
Methyl methacrylate (MMA) is a monomer primarily used in the production of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). The main production route for MMA typically uses acetone, hydrogen cyanide, and methanol as raw materials. Other production routes also exist.
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| Steel Drum | 250 kg |
| IBC Tank | 1250 kg |
| ISO Tank | Bulk shipment |
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