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What is the difference between methyl methacrylate (MMA) and methacrylic acid (MAA)?

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what is methyl methacrylate (MMA)?

CAS 80-62-6 Methyl methacrylate (MMA), also known as methacrylic acid methyl ester, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C5H8O2. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent, fruity odor. It is used primarily to produce polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). Additionally, MMA is used in making various coatings, adhesives, paints, and medical devices.

 

what is methacrylic acid (MAA)?

CAS 79-41-4 Methacrylic acid (MAA) is a polymerizable, unsaturated, monocarboxylic acid functional monomer. In copolymers, low levels (≤5%) of MAA improve latex stability, adhesive properties, wettability and pigment dispersion, as well as allowing for post-crosslinking reactions. MAA is used in copolymers to enhance performance in adhesives, caulks, sealants, paint, coatings, varnishes, printing inks, and textile finishes.

 

 

Industrial Grade MMA Methyl Methacrylate CAS 80-62-6
Colorless liquid methacrylic acid

What is the difference between MMA and MAA?

Product Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) Methacrylic Acid (MAA)
Chemical Structure CH₂=C(CH₃)C(=O)OCH₃ CH₂=C(CH₃)C(=O)OH
Primary Use Monomer for producing Poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) - Plexiglas, Lucite. Monomer & Intermediate for specialty polymers, esters (like MMA), and adhesives.
Odor Sharp, acrid, pungent odor. Sharp, acrid, repulsive odor.
Physical State Colorless liquid Colorless liquid

 

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