Methyl methacrylate

CAS Number: 80-62-6

Molecular Formula: C5H8O2

About Methyl methacrylate

Methyl Methacrylate CAS 80-62-6 serves as a fundamental monomer in the API intermediates market, where its high purity fine chemicals grade is essential for synthesizing specialized polymers used in medical-grade bone cements and dental prosthetics. MMA Monomer 80-62-6 is increasingly sought after by custom synthesis s...

Synonyms

Acron
Acrylic Bone Cement
CMW Bone Cement
Implast
Isostatic Polymethyl Methacrylate

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Methyl methacrylate Specifications

CAS Number

80-62-6

Molecular Formula

C5H8O2

Molecular Weight

100.12 g/mol

IUPAC Name

methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate

Canonical SMILES

CC(=C)C(=O)OC

InChI Key

VVQNEPGJFQJSBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

InChI=1S/C5H8O2/c1-4(2)5(6)7-3/h1H2,2-3H3

CAS Number

80-62-6

Molecular Formula

C5H8O2

Molecular Weight

100.12 g/mol

IUPAC Name

methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate

Canonical SMILES

CC(=C)C(=O)OC

InChI Key

VVQNEPGJFQJSBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

InChI=1S/C5H8O2/c1-4(2)5(6)7-3/h1H2,2-3H3

melting_point

-54 °F (NTP, 1992)

boiling_point

213.8 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)

solubility

1 to 10 mg/mL at 63.5 °F (NTP, 1992)

density

0.945 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float

logP

log Kow = 1.38

Molecular Weight

100.12 g/mol

Acrylic Plastic Precursor

A primary monomer used extensively in the production of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), a transparent thermoplastic known for its optical clarity, UV resistance, and weatherability used in signage, windows, and optical lenses

Coating and Resin Intermediate

A versatile building block employed in the formulation of durable surface coatings, latex paints, and industrial finishes to enhance hardness and chemical resistance

Adhesive and Sealant Component

A key ingredient in high-performance structural adhesives and sealants utilized for bonding metals, plastics, and composites in automotive and construction applications

Medical and Dental Material

A biocompatible monomer used in the manufacture of dental prosthetics, orthopedic bone cements, and medical devices due to its rapid curing properties and stability.